PAM Health Hiring for Unit Clerk/Secretary Hiring Event Job at Beaver, PA Full Time

Unit Secretary

The Unit Secretary is responsible for nursing unit communication. Functions include serving as a receptionist, maintaining patient records, and transcribing and communicating physician orders as well as maintaining order at the nursing station. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Secretary Responsibilities

• Greets staff, physicians, public, and patients of various age groups and offers assistance as appropriate.
• Answers telephones and intercom promptly and courteously and conveys messages accurately and appropriately.
• Transcribes physician orders in a timely manner, assuring accuracy and compliance with current policies and procedures.
• Verifies all chart forms are labeled with the correct patient information prior to placing in the chart.
• Keeps adequate unused forms in the various sections of the chart.
• Files reports in the correct chart in a timely manner. Graphs vital signs and records other information accurately and timely.
• Orders supplies based on unit needs and according to procedure.
• Maintains cleanliness and order at the nursing station.
• Facilitates maintenance of equipment by notifying maintenance of needed repairs according to procedure.
• Knows and uses current procedures for charging patient supplies and services. Ensures completion of appropriate forms and delivers them to the appropriate departments.
• Assures the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of charge capture, per system, hospital/department policies and procedures.
• Ensures timely and accurate patient data is entered into the patient database.

Customer Service

• Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy, compassion and positive communication.
• Promotes the Mission and Vision of Post Acute Medical within the work environment and community.
• Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Training: High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Certification as a Unit Secretary preferred.

Experience: None required. Previous work experience in a medical environment preferred. Experience with office equipment desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Verbal ability to effectively express ideas and views for communication (as appropriate) with pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, visitors, and staff members.
• Read and write English language including basic medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Cognitive abilities for making judgements, memory and problem solving. Flexibility to adjust to changing conditions and the various details of the job.
• Clerical ability to document in the medical record. Legible handwriting to ensure retrievable information in the patient record and required reports.
• Organizational ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Capacity to relate to people in a manner to win confidence and establish rapport.
• Effective computer skills, to include MS Office, Excel and Intranet.

How to attend

HIRING EVENT ALERT!

PAM Specialty Hospital of Pittsburgh and PAM Specialty Hospital of Heritage Valley is having an in-person hiring event at the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott hotel on September 8th, 2022 from 8:00am – 6:30pm!

Come and meet with our leadership team, collect some PAM swag, enjoy some snacks and refreshments and get an OFFER ON THE SPOT!

WHERE:

• Pittsburgh Airport Marriott: 777 Aten Road, Corapolis, PA 15108

WHEN:

• Thursday, September 8th, 2022 8:00am – 6:30pm

WHAT:

• Bring a copy of your up to date resume
• Casual attire
• Free parking on site at the hotel

What to prepare

• Resume

Preferred dress code

Casual (come as you are, but please be presentable)

What is a hiring event?

Think of it like a job fair, but for one company and more personal. Hiring events are a great way for employers to fill multiple roles quickly. Hiring is a human process, and they would like to meet you to see if you’re a fit!