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Unit Secretary - Main Operating Room - Days

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    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
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AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of data or order entry experience using a computer.
  • You will manage patient records, coordinate care team activities, facilitate communication among caregivers, physicians, patients, and families, and schedule procedures in the hospital's system.

Requirements

  • The level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of High School or the equivalent.
  • Minimum one-year data or order entry experience using a computer preferred

Responsibilities

  • Reporting to the clinical manager or designee, with accountability to the other caregivers enters department specific patient treatments/charges to facilitate management of the patient healthcare record.
  • Assists the care team in coordinating patient activities and services.
  • Assists in coordinating communication and resources between care team, physicians, patients and family members.
  • In ancillary areas, may coordinate and schedule department specific patient procedures in the hospital’s scheduling system.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Unit Secretary position?

The working hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Is prior experience required for this position?

Yes, a minimum of one year of data or order entry experience using a computer is preferred.

What is the educational requirement for the Unit Secretary role?

The level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of High School or the equivalent is required.

Where is the position located?

The position is located at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights, IL.

What type of benefits does this position offer?

Benefits include career pathways for professional growth, various medical, dental, and vision options, tuition reimbursement, free parking, wellness program savings plan, health savings account options, retirement options with company match, paid time off, holiday pay, and community involvement opportunities.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week.

Who does the Unit Secretary report to?

The Unit Secretary reports to the clinical manager or designee.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Unit Secretary?

The primary responsibilities include entering patient treatments/charges, coordinating patient activities and services, and facilitating communication between the care team, physicians, patients, and family members.

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Mission & Purpose

NorthShore University HealthSystem, Swedish Hospital, Northwest Community Healthcare and Edward-Elmhurst Health are now united under one name: Endeavor Health. Together, we’re driven by our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best and our commitment to setting a new standard for healthcare by delivering a truly personal patient experience combined with convenient access to pioneering, world-class care. We are proud to be Illinois’ third-largest health system with more than 27,000 team members, nine award-winning hospitals and more than 300 clinic locations based in the communities we call home.