Unit Secretary - Med Surg - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off and leave

Professional development support

Zusammenfassung

Mercy Health in Lorain is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Med Surg unit. The role supports the Care Delivery Team by transcribing physician orders, organizing patient records, and facilitating communication across departments.

The Secretary IV will perform clerical duties, order unit supplies, and help maintain a positive work environment. Requires a high school diploma, Medical Terminology, and CPR certification; 36 hours/week, days/evenings, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required; read, write and perform basic math.
• Medical Terminology certification or course required.
• Ability to interact professionally with the public.
• Typing speed 35 wpm with accuracy.
• CPR certification required annually; healthcare experience preferred.

Aufgaben

• Transcribes physician orders and enters them into the computer.
• Plans and organizes patient care records.
• Coordinates communications to health team members and other departments.
• Performs clerical duties according to needs; orders unit supplies.
• Promotes positive interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships.

Kenntnisse

Typing

Public interaction

Reading & writing

Follow instructions

CPR certification

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Terminology

Jobbeschreibung

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Unit Secretary - Med Surg - Lorain Hospital

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time - Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - Days/Evenings (7am-7:30pm)
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

General Summary

Functioning as a member of the Care Delivery Team, the Secretary IV works under the direction of the Manager and/or RN Team Leader. She/he transcribes physician orders, entering them into the computer; plans and organizes patient care records; coordinates communications of pertinent information to health team members and other departments; performs clerical duties according to specific needs; order unit supplies; promotes a positive climate for good interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must be able to read, write and perform simple mathematical computations.
• Successful completion of a Medical Terminology is required.
• Possess ability to meet public graciously.
• Ability to type 35 wpm with accuracy required.
• Demonstrate ability to report facts with accuracy, follow instructions and complete assignments independently.
• Obtains/maintains annual certification in CPR.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Working Conditions/Reporting Relationships

• Mental fatigue and eye strain resulting from continuously using eyesight while reading and recording.
• Minor scrapes and bumps may occur.

Reports To

Reports to assigned Manager.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Med/Surg Unit - Lorain - 4 West

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