Unit Secretary - Emergency Department

Landmark Medical Center - Woonsocket, RI

Part-time - Entry Level

Woonsocket, RI

101-250 employees

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Unit Secretary in the Emergency Department at Landmark Medical Center plays a crucial role in facilitating communication and supporting the nursing staff in providing indirect patient care. This part-time position requires a commitment to quality and compassion, aligning with the hospital's core values. The Unit Secretary is responsible for transcribing physician orders, preparing patient records, and managing supplies, ensuring the smooth operation of the Emergency Room.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates communication needs of the Emergency Department.
• Transcribes physician orders from records with notation and signature by nursing staff.
• Prepares and compiles records for the Emergency Room.
• Orders supplies for the unit.
• Prepares and completes each patient's chart for necessary forms needed on a daily basis.
• Assists nursing staff with duties involving indirect patient care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent or relevant experience required.
• Current BLS certification within 6 months of hire and maintain current.
• Experience using computers for word processing and database management preferred.
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred.