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LCMC Health · 2 months ago

Unit Secretary

New Orleans, LA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

LCMC Health is a community-focused healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. The Unit Secretary role is responsible for facilitating a safe environment for patients, performing clerical duties, and collaborating with team members to ensure quality patient care.

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Responsibilities

Performs the priority technical procedures required by the area/department/assignment safely, effectively, efficiently, and legally

Transcribes orders, initiates, assembles, and maintains charts

Performs receptionist and clerical duties

Answers call lights, responds professionally to questions and finds appropriate assistance for patients as needed

Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to identify actions to ensure the orderly operation of the unit and improve patient care

Demonstrates care and concern for customers by striving to meet their expectations

Follows HIPAA guidelines

Seeks supervision or assistance when unable to perform effectively or independently

Uses interpersonal communication strategies with individuals that are intended to achieve desirable, acceptable outcomes/responses and perceptions of satisfaction by those involved

Enters supply rooms on nursing units as needed to perform necessary job functions

Refrains from manipulating or removing any intravenous fluids that are stored in the area

Compliance with established hospital, departmental, and personnel policies

Maintains documentation consistent with established guidelines