Unit Secretary - Labor And Delivery - West Penn Hospital - Full Time

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Accurate documentation of patient data
Transcription of medical orders
Clerical duties for patient flow
Performs secretarial and direct patient care duties for a designated unit, maintaining the medical record and providing care for all types of patients

Job Summary

  • Performs secretarial and direct patient care duties for a designated unit, maintaining the medical record and providing care for all types of patients.
  • Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and other treatments, while transcribing orders subject to nurse approval.
  • Handles clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, patient activities, interdepartmental communications, and unit reception, demonstrating effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and team members.

Matching Summary

Performs secretarial and direct patient care duties for a designated unit, maintaining the medical record and providing care for all types of patients.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Accurate documentation of patient data
  • Transcription of medical orders
  • Clerical duties for patient flow
  • Effective communication with healthcare team

Nice-to-have

  • Patient-centered care approach
  • Adaptability to healthcare environment

Key Requirements

  • Minimum High school diploma or GED
  • Six months to one year related experience
  • 1 year patient care/administrative experience
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance
  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance
  • Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Clearance

Work Rights

Not specified

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