Unit Secretary - Interventional Recovery Unit (Full Time, 40, Day/Evening)

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs and coordinates administrative and clerical support functions to facilitate delivery of effective and efficient patient care on the unit/department.

• Performs duties in accordance with policies and procedures of the unit/department and medical center.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Essential: seeing, hearing, speaking, finger dexterity, lifting and carrying weight up to 15 pounds.

• Depending upon area of assignment, continuous and/or frequently standing; sitting, walking, stooping/bending; reaching above, at, and below shoulder level.

• Operates computer, telephone, pneumatic tube system and various office equipment.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

• May be exposed to body fluids from specimens.

• Assignment to Behavioral Health, Queen Emma Clinics and Outpatient Center: may be exposed to hostile, disruptive or inappropriate patient behavior.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

B. EXPERIENCE:

• Six (6) months experience as a ward clerk, unit secretary or comparable health care position; or, Nursing student having completed a semester of clinical fundamentals.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.

• Knowledge and ability to operate a computer.

• Knowledge and ability in basic word processing and spreadsheet applications (i.e., Word and Excel) preferred.

• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet