201073 - WMCH-ED Unit Secretary

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Performs clerical and receptionist duties for the various assigned nursing unit. Complies with hospital policies and procedures, JCAHO standards, and current government regulations. Performs duties in a responsible professional manner consistent with all standards of care and hospital policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

1. One (1) year of administrative or clerical experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or secretarial school.

2. CPR certification.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Acts as receptionist for the nursing station, including:

• Records and relays messages accurately to unit personnel

• Answers telephone and intercom; keeps telephone lines open for incoming calls

• Places calls as directed by nurses and physician

• Answers physician's pages when required

• Answers general inquiries from visitors, patients, volunteers and hospital personnel

• Pages physicians as directed and keeps accurate log of incoming and outgoing calls

2. Performs routine clerical duties, including:

• Maintains stock of clerical supplies

• Orders supplies

• Complete daily requisitions as necessary

• Requests maintenance for unit equipment

3. Performs ward clerk duties as required:

• Places all orders in system and records order number on chart.

• Obtains lab/x-ray results and places on charts for physician review.

• Completes discharges.

• Monitors ED log for completeness.

• Prints log daily and keeps binder on unit.

• Charges all supplies used on each patient timely.

• Breaks down ED record and scans charts.

• Reviews ED record for completeness and notifies appropriate personnel for completion if necessary.

4. Participates in staff meetings on a regular basis.

5. Attends in-service and other educational programs as scheduled.

6. Participates actively in the quality improvement program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Manual dexterity used in operating standard office equipment.
2. Prolonged periods of sitting.
3. May be required to walk to various areas throughout the department or medical complex. This may require use of elevators and/or stairs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Clinical environment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate standard office equipment.

2. Knowledge of medical terminology.

3. Proficient in Microsoft Office.

4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

WMCH Weirton Medical Center

Cost Center:

51 WMCH Nursing Emergency Services

Address:

601 Colliers Way

Weirton

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.