Unit Secretary ER Full Time Days

Lakewood Regional Medical Center is proud to be an integral part of the surrounding community. From orthopedics to cardiac care to urology, we�ve received many designations for quality care. Although we appreciate these prestigious honors, we are most honored by the opportunity to serve you and your loved ones. We�re committed to finding new ways to improve and make our hospital the best place for patients, physicians and employees. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you, and we are here any time you need help.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits including a matching 401(k), several health & dental plans to choose from, generous tuition assistance plans, and relocation assistance for select positions.

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.
• Prepare routine, confidential and/or special reports, documents and records.
• Assists with patient care/quality assurance audits.

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 preferred.

Certifications

Required: CPR