Unit Secretary- Part-time- Acute Care Location Gold Beach, OR : JOB SUMMARY Performs and participates in administrative duties which assist a hospital unit to function optimally. Maintains an organized healthcare setting and allows medical and nursing staff to focus on patient care. Maintains a line of communication between the patients and clinical staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Proficient in use of the computer, with good typing skills.
Understands medical terminology and hospital department workflows.
Enters orders in the computer accurately.
Answers telephones professionally and promptly.
Assists with registration, billing, and insurance authorization activities as needed.
Schedules appointments, arranges transportation as needed.
Familiar with Policies, Procedures, and Protocols. Care and Documentation meets current standards of practice and complies with all such guidelines.
Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Network's Mission, Vision and Shared Values.
SHARED VALUES Accountability - we will take personal ownership of our actions. We follow safety policies and employ safe practices. We identify and report safety hazards promptly, work together to isolate risks and apply remedies as needed. Compassion - we will be empathetic, respectful, courteous, and kind in our relationships with our patients and each other.
Excellence - we will distinguish ourselves by continuing to improve quality in all that we do. We display attitudes and mannerisms which demonstrate to our community that we are sensitive to their physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. We strive to become the best we can be in our roles. Integrity - we will be honest and act in the best interest of our patients and community.
Stewardship - we will use our resources for the highest and best purposes of the community.
Teamwork - we will be united in our efforts to achieve our goal of quality patient care, seeking opportunities to assist each other, and appreciating equally the contributions of all.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS Education & Experience High school graduate or equivalent. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Moderate computer skill including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with people in close situations, using excellent communication and listening skills. Strong organizational and prioritization ability. Multitasking and time management is critical to performance of the role. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical Demands On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:
None of the time: Taste or Smell Up to 1/3 of the time: Stand; Reach with hands and arms From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Walk and Reach with Hands & Arms Up 2/3 of the time and more: Sit; Talk or hear; Use hands to finger, handle or feel This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:
None of the time: up to or more than 100 pounds Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 50 pounds From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement Up to 2/3 of the time and more: no requirement This job has special vision requirements as follows:
Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:
None of the time: Extreme heat/cold; Wet/humid; fumes/airborne particles; work with explosives; vibration; outdoor weather; Working near moving mechanical parts; Toxic or caustic chemicals; Risk of electrical shock Up to 1/3 of the time: no requirement From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement The typical noise level for the work environment is: very quiet to moderate noise. Hearing requirements: ability to hear alarms on equipment, patient call and instructions. This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:
From 1 - 2 hours per day: foot control From 3 - 4 hours per day: grasping: firm/heavy; fine dexterity From 5 - 6 hours per day: grasping: simple/light From 7+ hours per day: hands; grasping: simple, light Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
