Unit Secretary: Patient Care Admin & Records

Norwalk Hospital Association; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Norwalk Hospital, part of Northwell Health, is hiring for a combination secretarial and clerical role within the General Surgical department in Norwalk, CT. The position supports the Administrative Nurse Manager with transcription, record maintenance, and hospital communication systems.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, up to six months of secretarial experience, and familiarity with medical terminology.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent. Previous secretarial/computer experience preferred with Windows based computer system.
• Minimum Experience: zero to six months
• Desired: Working knowledge of medical terminology

Responsibilities

• Transcription of Physician's Orders and computer skills. Criteria A: Transcribes Physician's Orders accurately and timely.
• Calls department for facilitation of transcribed orders when appropriate.
• Prepares, maintains and forwards records accurately.
• Files all reports in the correct patient records daily.
• Replenishes and reviews records daily per unit procedures.
• Processes discharge records according to standard chart order.
• Communicates with patients, visitors, and coworkers; uses Cerner, Navicare Call System, Vocera, Nash system and Forms on Demand.
• Follows identified policies and procedures; maintains neat appearance and environment.
• Monitors, orders and oversees maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Enters assignments in Navicare; updates Nash data every 4 hours; supports unit safety rounds.

Education

HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Tools

Cerner

Navicare

Vocera

Nash system

Forms on Demand

Job description

Norwalk Hospital, part of Northwell Health, is hiring for a combination secretarial and clerical role within the General Surgical department in Norwalk, CT. The position supports the Administrative Nurse Manager with transcription, record maintenance, and hospital communication systems.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, up to six months of secretarial experience, and familiarity with medical terminology.