Unit Secretary - Med Surg - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Home Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and 403(b)

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off & disability

Tuition assistance and professional开发

Job summary

Mercy Home Health in Lorain, OH is seeking a detail-oriented Secretary IV to join the Care Delivery Team. You will transcribe physician orders, enter them into the computer, and help organize patient care records while coordinating communications across the health team.

The role requires a high school diploma, knowledge of medical terminology, and the ability to type 35 words per minute; CPR certification is expected annually, with healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Medical Terminology course required.
• Ability to type 35 wpm with accuracy.
• CPR certification obtained annually.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physician orders and enter into computer systems.
• Plan and organize patient care records and communications.
• Coordinate information flow among health team members and departments.
• Perform clerical duties and order unit supplies as needed.
• Promote a positive climate for interdepartmental relations.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Medical terminology

Reading & writing

Interpersonal skills

Healthcare experience preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Terminology course

Job description

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

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. As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission 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, HSA/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.

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