ED Dept Secretary

• Performs all clerical duties and acts as receptionist for the nursing department and provides patient care as required. Coordinates the clerical nursing activities with those of other professional, general, and supportive systems. Demonstrates knowledge of developmental needs of patient population specific to that department. (Patient population is defined in each department's Scope of Practice.)

• Education:
• • High School diploma or equivalent required.
• License:
• • N/A
• Training:
• • Four to six weeks orientation with preceptor. CPR Provider C required within 30 days of hire.
• Experience:
• • None necessary. Previous experience as a unit secretary or equivalent in a health care facility preferred.
• Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• • Must be able to communicate effectively. Must have knowledge of medical terminology. Must be able to function under stressful situations. Typing skills required. Ability to operate calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and computer. Knowledge of infection control, Standard Precautions, and patient safety. Successful completion of skills checklist within 60 days.

• Responsibility:
• • Transcribes physician orders, maintains patient's medical record, and calculates statistical data. Maintains department supplies in a cost-effective manner. Demonstrates effective intra/interdepartmental communication. Coordinates scheduling of requested procedures, assisting with patient care as required. Types department reports, memos, meeting minutes, and other related reports.
• Physical Demands:
• • Occasional lifting, sometimes heavy when assisting with patient care. Walking, stooping, and reaching required. Visual, auditory, and speech acuity required. Works in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated nursing department. May come in contact with hazardous health conditions; however, if proper procedure is followed no harm should come to employee.
• Special Demands:

Displays tactfulness, initiative, and sound judgment. Willingness and ability to do repetitive work. Demonstrates ability to work cooperatively with others. Displays mental alertness, concentration, and the ability to work under pressure. Always courteous and patient. May be required to work rotating shifts and a reasonable amount of overtime. Reflects the mission, philosophy, core values, and customer service plan of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in action and attitude.