Unit Secretary Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Clinton, MD (Job ID req36276)

Description

General Summary of Position
This position performs secretarial, clerical and receptionist support duties necessary for the operations of a patient care unit. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED required or
• Completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention training within 6 months of hire. required and
• Associate's degree preferred

Experience

• Less than 1 year 6 months unit secretary, registration or medical records or related clerical experience in a health care setting preferred and
• Experience in an acute care setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
• Ability to read, write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission, values and commitment to compliance with all federal, state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
• Exhibits professionalism, courtesy and excellent customer service, while interacting with patients, guests and co-workers.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Knowledge of hospital information management systems.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to maintain constant mental alertness and the ability to withstand a high level of tension and stress.
• Ability to maintain concentration when subjected to frequent and varied interruptions and variable noise levels.
• Ability to exercise judgment and initiative in the resolution of problems encountered.

This position has a hiring range of $17.5 - $28.73