Secretary - Short Stay

A Day in the Life of a Secretary

Provides clerical support to department or unit. Performs general clerical and receptionist duties.

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

• Employer Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with 4% employer match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Dedicated Loan Forgiveness Advisory Service

Here is What You Will Be Doing:

• Performs clerical tasks required in preparation of routine correspondence and reports.
• Assists with projects under general supervision.
• Handles incoming and outgoing mail.
• Maintains files and record systems.
• Performs basic computer applications including word processing and spreadsheets.
• May assist to maintain Kronos for the department and staff scheduling for the department.
• General management of the multi-line phone system.
• Answers all incoming calls and forwards them and/or mailbox messages to the appropriate person.
• Schedules patients via phone or in person.
• Assists with scheduling follow-up appointments and rescheduling cancelled appointments.
• Completes confirmation calls for upcoming appointments for new patients.
• Resolves items in the work queue daily; scan outside records to medical chart; maintain old medical records.
• I understand that it is not within my scope of practice to handle any medications that I might inadvertently come in contact with, including medications delivered in the pneumatic tube system. If I do come in contact with medications, I know to alert a licensed employee for them to handle.

Desired Skills:

• Proficient with MS Office, Outlook, Excel and Internet Explorer
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient with standard office equipment

Here is What You Need:

• Completion of or in pursuit of high school diploma (or Equivalent Certificate from an accredited program)
• Specialty certifications as required per department: • EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT: Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of start date. • WYOMING PACE: Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of start date, and one year of experience working with geriatric population

Nice to Have:

• Previous clerical experience
• If working in a clinical area, prior experience in a clinical setting
• Medical Terminology

About Cheyenne Regional:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000 patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!