Unit Secretary Emergency Room

Job Title: Unit Secretary Emergency Room

Job Type: FT Days 5x8s

Your experience matters:

At Willamette Valley Medical Center we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality scalability and significant impact across our hospitals and your role youll support those in our facilities who interface with and provide care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.

How youll contribute:

A Unit Secretary who excels in this role:

Provides administrative support for scheduling admitting medical records discharge planning and secretarial functions for the department. Performs limited patient-related activities for the following populations: Adolescent Adult and Geriatric; occasionally Neonate/Infant and Pediatric. Functions in a multi-skilled environment requiring customer service and clerical skills with some patient-related activities. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

How youll contribute:

1. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures ensuring compliance in daily operations.

2. Manages incoming calls within the department efficiently routing calls to appropriate personnel and assisting with problem-solving and de-escalation as needed.

3. Coordinates patient transfers including communication and arrangement with receiving facilities.

4. Arranges transportation for patients upon discharge ensuring timely and appropriate services.

5. Performs clerical duties including document preparation organization and processing of physical charts for medical records.

6. Coordinates consultations with external providers and facilitates communication between consulting providers and Emergency Department physicians.

7. Adapts effectively to a fast-paced dynamic healthcare environment.

8. Participates in performance improvement initiatives and ongoing education to support professional development and departmental goals.

9. Maintains consistent reliable attendance and punctuality.

10. Performs additional duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

What were looking for:

• High school diploma required; two years of college-level education preferred.
• Prior hospital experience preferred.
• Computer experience required; EMR/electronic documentation familiarity desirable.
• Ability to speak and write concisely knowledge of medical terminology desirable.
• Works effectively with all levels of medical personnel patients and families; strong customer service; reliability and attention to detail

Schedule:5x8s Days (Sunday-Thurday 7am-3:30pm)

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full-time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
  

Connect with a Recruiter:

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About Us

Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed hospital located in McMinnville OR and is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters

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Willamette Valley Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Valley Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.