Unit Secretary, PCU - AVH - Full Time

Allegheny Health Network; Natrona Heights (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare network seeks a Unit Secretary for its facility in Natrona Heights, supporting nursing operations through clerical tasks. The role involves communication with patients and team members, transcribing medical orders, and general unit administration to enhance patient care. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of medical terminology and clerical experience, as well as strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in transcribing medical orders required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Demonstrated responsibility through job experience and/or education.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties related to admission and discharge.
• Transcribes orders and schedules procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Maintains an organized work environment.

Skills

Communication

Transcribing medical orders

Knowledge of medical terminology

Job description

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Job Description

At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.

Allegheny Valley Hospital is a 188 bed community, union hospital serving the surrounding neighborhoods of Natrona Heights.

General Overview

Serves to support and enhance the activities of the nursing unit by effectively communicating, transcribing orders, chart maintenance and maintaining an organized work environment under the supervision of a registered nurse.

• Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer and discharge, maintenance of patient activities for the records, telephone answering and unit reception. (30%)
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members, and outside agencies. (10%)
• Transcribes orders, schedules procedures, subject to the approval of a licensed nurse. Asks for clarification when necessary. Enters and verifies patient charges within established timeframes. (50%)
• Performs tasks to promote efficient operations of the unit. (10%)
  
  

Company

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.

Allegheny Valley Hospital is a 188 bed community, union hospital serving the surrounding neighborhoods of Natrona Heights.

General Overview

Serves to support and enhance the activities of the nursing unit by effectively communicating, transcribing orders, chart maintenance and maintaining an organized work environment under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer and discharge, maintenance of patient activities for the records, telephone answering and unit reception. (30%)
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members, and outside agencies. (10%)
• Transcribes orders, schedules procedures, subject to the approval of a licensed nurse. Asks for clarification when necessary. Enters and verifies patient charges within established timeframes. (50%)
• Performs tasks to promote efficient operations of the unit. (10%)
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum

• Education or experience in transcribing medical orders and computers required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and responsibility through past job experience and/or education.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
  
  

Preferred

• Typing/data entry skill at 45 w.p.m. preferred.
  
  

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