Job Details

RESPONSIBILITIES

Review Date: 01/25

Effective Date: 04/22

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Performs and coordinates administrative and clerical support functions to facilitate delivery of effective and efficient patient care on the unit/department.

- Performs duties in accordance with policies and procedures of the unit/department and medical center.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

- Essential: seeing, hearing, speaking, finger dexterity, lifting and carrying weight up to 15 pounds.

- Depending upon area of assignment, continuous and/or frequently standing; sitting, walking, stooping/bending; reaching above, at, and below shoulder level.

- Operates computer, telephone, pneumatic tube system and various office equipment.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

- May be exposed to body fluids from specimens.

- Assignment to Behavioral Health, Queen Emma Clinics and Outpatient Center: may be exposed to hostile, disruptive or inappropriate patient behavior.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

B. EXPERIENCE:

- Six (6) months experience as a ward clerk, unit secretary or comparable health care position; or, Nursing student having completed a semester of clinical fundamentals.

- Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.

- Knowledge and ability to operate a computer.

- Knowledge and ability in basic word processing and spreadsheet applications (i.e., Word and Excel) preferred.

- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet