Unit Secretary - PRN

Job Description Summary

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Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

PRN

Cost Center

CC005487 LBH - Acute Psychosis Unit

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Work Shift

Job Description

The Unit Secretary reports to the Nurse Manager. Under indirect supervision, the Unit Secretary handles all incoming and outgoing communications and is responsible for accurately performing all clerical duties for the clinical unit. This position processes physicians' orders, maintains unit charts, records, supplies and equipment. This role is the direct line of communication between the patient care unit and support services. The Unit Secretary also assists in orienting and training new personnel.

Additional Job Description

Education: A high school diploma or GED is required, Completion of a unit secretary course or medical terminology course is preferred, Must possess the ability to read, write, and spell effectively
Experience:  0-6 months previous receptionist / secretarial training is preferred

 Licenses/Certificates: Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. Certification in de-escalation training within the orientation period for employment.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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