Position Overview
**Job Summary**
The Unit Secretary contributes to high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of clerical tasks. The Unit Secretary functions as receptionist for the unit and assists the patient care team while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment.
**Essential Functions**
+ Accurately enters orders into the computer system, ensuring minimal shortages.
+ Answers phones, manages patient records, schedules appointments, and ensures accurate documentation in the electronic medical records (EMR) system.
+ Maintains patient charts and ensure labs, consults, and reports are retrieved and distributed promptly.
+ Follows consult procedures accurately, ensuring physicians are notified and patient names are listed correctly. Assists physicians with labs and patient lists.
+ Prioritizes tasks effectively, handling STAT orders and urgent needs immediately (e.g., STAT x-rays, repairs).
+ Greets and assists patients, coordinate...