At Ashe Memorial Hospital, we are driven by our Mission Statement, To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high quality health care. Ashe Memorial Hospital is proud to be Voted Ashe's Best Place to Work 2022 & 2023! Come be a part of our dynamic team; you'll join Ashe's 2022 & 2023 Best Hospital, Best Surgeon, Best Physician, Best Nurse, and Best Medical Practice! This is your opportunity to make a large difference in a small community!Hours: 1st shift, 36 hours, days will vary | No Supervisory Responsibilities | No Travel | Pay commensurate with experienceFull-Time, day shift in Med/Surg. Eligible for a $3,000, 2 year commitment bonus.JOB SUMMARY: Our Nursing team member's primary goal is to provide the most remarkable patient experience. The first shift Unit Secretary is to prepare and compile records in the Medical Surgical Nursing Department. Duties also include answering of telephone and intercom calls and provides information or relays messages to patients and the appropriate nursing staff. Performs all work with accordance to the mission, visions, and values of Ashe Memorial Hospital (AMH).Minimum Job Qualifications:Experience:
- One year of secretarial experience in the medical field preferred.
- Understanding of medical terminology.
License/Certifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant Certification in State of NC preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Unit Secretary: Prepares and maintains the complete medical record. In addition other duties include (but are not limited to):
Prepares medical records for both new admissions and discharged patients. Processes physician's orders in the computer system accurately in a timely manner. Notifies nurse of any stat orders. Ability to be flexible organized and function under stressful and emergency situations. Assumes professional responsibility, functions effectively in a group to ensure completion of all patient care activities. Obtains appropriate nursing staff to assist patients/physicians in the care of the patient. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Adheres to safety policies. Interacts professionally with physicians, patient/family, and co-workers. Makes appointments for discharged patients with physician's office. Faxes lab and radiology requests to Outpatient Scheduling Department for patient follow-up after discharge. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments, promoting teamwork. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Communicates appropriately and clear with Director of Inpatient Services, House Supervisor, co-workers, physicians, visitors, and family members. Answers telephone/intercom in a polite and professional manner, communicating information to the appropriate personnel. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs. Completes requisitions of secretarial supplies as designated by Clinical Leader. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Obtains licensed nurse when family requests communication regarding patient's condition beyond the Unit Secretary's scope of practice. Checks charts daily, adds physician order forms and progress notes as needed. Notifies maintenance department and Clinical Leader of any equipment not in proper working order; completes work order as necessary. Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; self-motivated. Organization and management of secretary's activities reflect consideration for the needs of the department and staff. Assists in the coordination of patient transfers both in the facility and to other facilities. Keeps informed of patient's condition and whereabouts when patient is out of room. Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties, completes other duties as assigned. Ensures confidentiality of patient's records and information regarding patient's hospitalization. Performs discharges, transfers, admitting or discharging of telemetry patients; changes in computer correctly in a timely manner. Also maintains telemetry log book. Uses time productively. Adheres to the Studer AIDET customer services principles: Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You. Attends staff meeting and in-services. Adheres to attendance policy. Uses computerized punch system correctly to accurately record working hours.Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (i.e., flu shot, etc.). All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment (unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption). Candidates for employment will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment. After receiving an offer of employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work.To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.***Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy.****For full job description and benefits, please contact Human Resources.Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.