UNIT SECRETARY-RIVERVIEW-ONCOLOGY-FULL TIME-DAYS-BENEFITS
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
Responsibilities
* Perform clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient information while prioritizing and organizing work assignments based on changing needs and situations in the department.
* Greet patients and families. Assist them in filling out necessary forms and paperwork.
* Complete admission and discharge paperwork and file processing.
* Develop a rapport and cooperative relationship with nursing and clinical staff and respond to questions/requests from healthcare providers.
* Organize and file medical information appropriately.
* Answer phones, call bells, and communicate clearly when receiving information from other units, physicians, and/or guests.
* Safeguard sensitive medical information and practice strict procedures in handling confidentiality of data pertaining to patients, clinicians, employees, and visitors.
* Serve as a resource within the department to troubleshoot computer and systems usage issues.
* Maintain and stock designated clerical supplies and equipment in the department.
* Complete other/varied tasks as necessary to ensure the efficient operation of the department.
Qualifications
* High School diploma, GED, or GED equivalent programs.
* Proficiency with medical vocabulary and a general understanding of hospital policy and procedures.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficient computer skills that include Google Suite platforms.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred
* Completion of a Secretarial course and/or a Medical terminology course.
* Previous experience as a Nursing Unit Secretary in a hospital setting.
Compensation
Starting at $18.36 Hourly. The posted rate of pay is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting and may not reflect the full value of the total rewards package.
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency. Some jobs may be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or shift differentials. In addition to compensation, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetics, disability, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
Our Network: Hackensack Meridian Health is a mandatory influenza vaccination facility.
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