Unit Secretary-2

Job Description Summary

The Unit Secretary is accountable for performance of clerical work receptionist role at the nursing station. Handles incoming and outgoing communications processes physicians orders maintains charts records supplies equipment; orients new personnel; implements new/revised clerical policies and procedures. Accurately performs computer related tasks.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker SubType

Regular

Cost Center

CC000539 CHS NICU (Neonatal ICU) 5 (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

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.

Minimum Training and Education: A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Basic keyboarding skills required; medical terminology preferred. Applicant must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 2 weeks of hire. Thereafter must maintain a Current Basic Life Support (BLS) either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Required Licensure Certifications Registrations:Certification in Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire. Thereafter must maintain Current Basic Life Support (BLS) either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 1) Continuous 68 hours per shift; 2) Frequent 26 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent 02 hours per shift

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent)

Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent)

Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent)

Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)

Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)

Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)

Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)

Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)

Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)

Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)

Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)

Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)

Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)

Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)

Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)

Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)

Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)

Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent)

Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)

Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)

Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions)

Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)

Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous)

Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)

Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)

*Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Frequent) *(Selected Positions)

*Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent) *(Selected Positions

*Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use initially and as required. (Continuous)

Additional Job Description

Education: High School Degree or Equivalent Work Experience: 06monthsCurrent American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

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

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