Unit Secretary-Medical/Surgical

Prime Healthcare; Olympia Fields (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Unit Secretary for the OFIL Medical Surgical Acute unit in Olympia Fields, IL. This full-time, day-shift role (0.9 FTE) supports the MST department by transcribing orders, organizing records, and coordinating supplies and communication.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic medical terminology, and a current BLS certification. Computer skills for word processing and data entry are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent or relevant experience.
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate within 6 months of hire.
• Experience using computers for word processing and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physician orders and maintains chart records.
• Facilitates communication within the department.
• Orders supplies for the unit and completes patient charts daily.
• Supports nursing staff with indirect patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical terminology

BLS (AHA) certificate

Computer literacy

Tools

Word processing software

Database management

Job description

Overview

Medical/SurgicalDepartment: OFIL Medical Surgical Acute 1Shift: Full-Time, Days, 0.9 FTEFacility: Olympia Fields Hospital Location: 20201 South Crawford Ave, Olympia Fields, IL 60461Compensation Range: $15.65 to $22.67

Responsibilities

The Unit Secretary is directly accountable to the Director of MST, and indirectly to the Charge Nurse, and / or House Supervisor. The Unit Secretary is an unlicensed person who performs indirect care in the department setting. Facilitates the communication needs of the department. Transcribes physician orders from records (in the absence of CPOE and EMR clinical documentation system) with notation and signature by nursing staff. Prepares and complies records on the Emergency Room. Orders supplies for the unit, prepares and completes each patients chart for necessary forms needed on a daily basis. Able to assist nursing staff for duties involving indirect patient care.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent or relevant experience required for all new hires, effective April 2014.2. Medical terminology preferred.3. Current BLS (AHA) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current.4. Experience using computers for word processing, database management preferred

Pay Transparency

Olympia Fields Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $15.65 to $22.67. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf