Unit Secretary, PCU

Northside Hospital Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital is seeking a qualified clerical professional to support patient care units with general clerical and reception duties. You will prepare and maintain patient charts, transcribe physician orders, and enter information into the computerized patient care system.

Ability to handle multiple tasks with accuracy is essential. The role serves patients of all ages except neonates; work hours are 7pm–7am, with weekend rotations.

Qualifications

• One (1) year previous experience in a clerical position.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience in a patient care or hospital clerical position is preferred.
• Demonstrates good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs general clerical and reception duties for the patient unit.
• Prepares and maintains patient charts.
• Transcribes physician orders and enters information into the computerized patient care system.
• Works with patients of all age groups except neonate.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

Performs general clerical and reception duties according to needs of patient unit or department. Position is characterized by preparing and maintaining patient charts, transcribing physician orders, and entering information into computerized patient care system. Works with patients of all age groups except neonate.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• One (1) year previous experience in a clerical position.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.

PREFERRED

• Experience in a patient care, or any hospital/medical clerical position.
• Demonstrates basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated service excellence skills.
• Must possess good communication skills.

Work Hours:

7pm-7am

Weekend Requirements:

Yes- Rotating Basis