What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Secretary position at ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Lancaster, LLC?
Are you a dedicated and compassionate clinician seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Look no further! Our state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Lancaster,OH is looking for a Unit Secretary to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be a vital part of our team.
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What We Offer: Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401k Matching
- Student Loan Repayment and Tuition reimbursement
- Professional Development Opportunities to include CEU Opportunities
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Career Advancement
- Inclusive and Supportive Culture
- Work Life Balance
- Employee Recognition Program
The Unit Secretary performs clerical and non-professional services necessary in maintaining the smooth day to day operation of the nursing unit; assists in maintenance of safe and clean environment. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.
Essential Functions:
- Provides administrative support for all employees within an assigned nursing unit. Performs administrative activities in compliance with all regulations.
- Maintains and updates paperwork such as patient records, charts, discharge orders, etc.
- Answers the telephone, determines the nature of the call and appropriately relays information within the Hospital as necessary, and answers call lights from nurse's stations.
- Relays patient requests to appropriate personnel and gives directions/information to visitors, guests, patients/residents, doctors, sales representatives, etc.
- Ensures timeliness of laboratory, radiology and other tests ordered for the patients.
- Maintains and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.
- Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
- Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
- Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.
Minimum Job Requirements
Minimum Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required
- One year of clerical or administrative assistant experience preferred
- Two (2) years’ experience in health care setting preferred
Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:
- Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver’s license, and insurability.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.
Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:
- A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.
- Both gross and precise motor functions.
- Lifting/exerting of up to 25 lbs.
- Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
- Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.
- Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
- Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.
