Overview
Unit Secretary Emergency Room Full Time Days Jobs in Harlingen, TX at Valley Baptist Medical Center – Harlingen
Job Summary
Performs general clerical duties on a nursing unit by preparing, compiling, and maintaining records in a hospital nursing unit.
Job Responsibilities
Records, transmits and/or files written and verbal communications to, from, and within the nursing unit to staff, patients, and physicians. Transcribes physicians’ orders. Schedules and signs patients in and out for surgery, treatments, or tests as indicated. Orders and stores unit supplies. Makes necessary phone calls for special orders for doctors, patients, or nurses. Maintains current and orderly chart files; assembles patients’ charts for transfers or discharges. Answers telephone or intercom; records and relays messages. Greets, directs, and instructs visitors as necessary. Assist physicians in locating patients’ charts and appropriate primary nurse. Prepares routine, confidential and/or special reports, documents, and records; assists with patient care/quality assurance audits.
Position Qualifications
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
Required: Must be familiar with medical terminology and have experience with the use of a computer
Preferred: Previous experience as a Unit Secretary
Certifications
Required: CPR, BLS – Obtain within 60 days of hire/transfer (2 yr renewal)
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Title: Unit Secretary Emergency Room Full Time Days
Company: Valley Baptist Medical Center – Harlingen
Location: Harlingen, TX
