South Arkansas Regional Hospital · 3 days ago
MEDS021 FT Unit Secretary
El Dorado, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSouth Arkansas Regional Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary to assist in the care of patients under the direction of nursing staff. The role includes administrative tasks such as managing patient records, scheduling appointments, and directing visitors within the hospital.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Uphold and demonstrate “We Care” values in everyday activities and behavior
Answering telephone, taking messages, and informing department staff of requests
Assisting patients when they arrive at the department for care
Scheduling appointments with the healthcare providers within the unit
Directing patients and visitors to appropriate rooms, activities, and other hospital areas
Submitting departmental work orders
Answer call light system and inform appropriate staff of patients’ request
Coordinate bed assignments for admissions, transferring and discharges with appropriate staff
Demonstrate ability to follow direction and perform work according to department standards under the supervision of nursing staff
Observe professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired regarding personal, financial, medical or employment of patients, families, and employees of SARH
Demonstrate ability to communicate all aspects of patient care with nursing staff
Demonstrate the ability to follow all safety practices for patients at SARH and report hazards while initiating appropriate action
Participate in performance improvement initiatives and Department indicators
Maintaining, filing, and organizing patient forms, charts, and records
Scheduling Appointments
Managing office and medical supplies for the department
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must possess high school diploma or GED equivalent
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Preferred
One year of relevant experience preferred
Company
South Arkansas Regional Hospital
South Arkansas Regional Hospital (SARH), in collaboration with UAMS, is a new and local nonprofit, community-based healthcare provider.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amber Rollins
Chief Nursing Officer
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