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Unit Secretary - General Medicine

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • St. Louis

AI generated summary

  • You need a High School Diploma or GED. No experience required.
  • You will provide clerical support, transcribe physician orders accurately, notify nurses of STAT orders, and communicate new orders to the healthcare team efficiently.

Requirements

  • - High School Diploma or GED
  • - No Experience
  • - No Experience

Responsibilities

  • Supports the clinical operations by providing customer service and clerical support.
  • Transcribes physician orders as appropriate with close attention to detail.
  • Notifies appropriate nurse when STAT orders are written or when coordinating tests and procedures. Communicates new orders to the healthcare team as appropriate.

FAQs

What is the work schedule for the Unit Secretary position?

The work schedule is part-time, 24 hours a week, during the day shift from 7 am to 7:30 pm, working three days a week with every 3rd weekend rotation and holiday rotation.

Is this position eligible for benefits?

Yes, the Unit Secretary position is benefit eligible.

What type of experience is required for this role?

No previous experience is required for the Unit Secretary role; a high school diploma or GED is the minimum educational requirement.

What are the key responsibilities of the Unit Secretary?

The Unit Secretary provides customer service and clerical support, transcribes physician orders, and notifies the appropriate nurse of STAT orders and updates the healthcare team on new orders.

Are there any on-call requirements for this position?

No, there are no on-call requirements for this position.

What kind of training is provided for new hires?

The Unit Secretary will receive training that supports the operations of the patient care team and helps them learn about the hospital environment.

Does this position involve patient interaction?

Yes, the Unit Secretary supports patient needs through clerical duties and customer service.

What kind of team will the Unit Secretary work with?

The Unit Secretary will work with a multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, nurses, patient care technicians, case managers, social workers, physical therapists, dietitians, and pharmacists.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the position offers opportunities for experience within the hospital setting, as well as access to resources like the BJC Institute for Learning and Development.

How can I learn more about the benefits provided?

You can learn more about the benefits by visiting www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits.

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Mission & Purpose

BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, and is focused on delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis and southern Illinois regions. With net revenues of $5.5 billion, BJC serves the health care needs of urban, suburban and rural communities and includes 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice. As a nonprofit health care organization, BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefit in Missouri, providing more than $872.4 million in financial assistance, education of health professionals, safety net services and community outreach programs in 2020.