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Job Summary
16hr Day Weekends Only 7a-3:30p (every Saturday and Sunday).
Summary
Provides administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff, serving as the liaison between patients, visitors, and clinicians. Expected to effectively organize priorities, complete tasks on time, and manage confidential patient information. Responsible for partnering with nursing to coordinate the day-to-day patient flow, including communication to key players regarding patient admissions, discharges, and transfers. Also expected to provide outstanding services for every customer interaction. Actual job duties may vary by department.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
-Performs clerical and other duties to assist in the general administration of the floor or unit.
-Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers in person and via communication tools in a professional manner.
-Receives, prioritizes, organizes, and manages information at the central nursing station and throughout the unit.
-Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments.
-Enters accurate, timely information into the electronic medical record for admissions, discharges, and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput.
-Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services, and supplies; tracks status and location; uses the designated process to identify and facilitate repairs.
-May assist the manager with payroll duties, staff scheduling, or supervision of unit secretaries. Duties may vary by department.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Health Unit Coordinator - National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC) preferred
Experience
Administrative support experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency with office procedures and equipment, i.e., filing, copying, scanning, printing, and faxing.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Ability to proofread and edit written documents.
- Ability to use the phone system.
- Managing one's own time and the time of others.
- Strong verbal & written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral skills.
- Ability to use standard office equipment.
- Familiarity with medical terminology.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Onsite
2014 Washington Street
16
Regular
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$17.71 - $25.28/Hourly
Grade
3
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