- Greets patients, visitors and/or physicians and provides appropriate assistance. Answers incoming telephone calls to the unit, including STATS, relaying information, as appropriate. Responds to or relays patient call system requests and other alarms as needed. Responds to standard Telemetry phone (as applicable) and relays message as needed. Uses the brown phone during outage. Pages doctors and other disciplines as needed. Monitors and responds to requests for ingress and egress for units with locked access controls.
- Facilitates and prepares for MedConnect Downtime. Faxes orders to pharmacy and other appropriate areas such as dietary and radiology. Transcribes orders to Kardex; prepares MAR and ensures MC downtime forms are complete and ready.
- Enters/updates unit charges into the computer as applicable, such as laboratory tests, dietary orders, etc. Faxes physician paper orders to the Pharmacy as needed.
- Knows basic equipment (printer, copier) troubleshooting procedures. Reports to and follows up with BioMed (or outside company) for any repair needs.
- Initiates and completes clerical functions regarding the admission, discharge and transfer of patients. Coordinates with the Resource nurse and the primary nurses of patients accordingly.
- Initiates and follows up on requests such as work order requests (engineering, electric, carpentry, IT, etc.).
- Files hard copies such as face sheets and paper orders in the appropriate patient medical chart. Thins patient medical chart, prepares new chart, and facilitates discharged patient's chart to Health Information Management (HIM) department.
- Assists in maintaining unit supplies/equipment by monitoring inventory levels, ordering supplies, and completing appropriate logs. Maintains unit device inventories as applicable, such as telemetry boxes, associates' work phones, locators, handheld devices, WOWs. Checks and ensures appropriate unit par items such as O2 tanks, chair alarms, etc. as applicable. Knows how to manage the Logi-D supply system.
- Uses different electronic systems appropriate for a unit secretary, such as MedConnect, the Nurse Call system, Teletracking, PeopleSoft, Office Depot. MedConnect - Enters/adds non-clinical orders such as equipments (beds and medical supplies). Determines new orders for review and alerts nurse (discharges, stat orders, etc.). Runs reports on different quality indicators such as fall risk patients, central lines, foley catheters, flu vaccine, etc. Nurse Call - Enters patient-nurse and PCT assignment. Ensures all staff are logged in. Answers consoles and relays message. Checks associates' work phone every shift and assigns to staff. Updates assignments as needed. Teletracking - Checks assignments and admissions/transfers and relays updates to resource as needed. Enters requests such as bed requests, transport and item requests. PeopleSoft/Office Depot - Orders unit supply needs for supervisor's approval.
- Cross-covers for other nursing units and gives report to on-coming Unit Secretary or nursing associates at completion of assigned shift. Coordinates with the Resource nurse of the cross-covering unit.
- Maintains a clean, organized and efficient work station. Distributes patient mail, messages, flowers, etc. Maintains and coordinates clearing of unit hallways such as beds for pick-up, commodes to dirty room, calls DES as needed.
- Assists with the orientation and training of new unit secretaries to the unit as directed.
- Maintains daily census/nursing assignment boards and/or nursing assignment information sheets. Posts and updates assignment boards for physicians, APPs, Respiratory Therapist, IV Therapist, and other ancillary associates. Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- May require up to l year of technical or other specialized training such as the unit secretary training program at WHC.
- 6 to 12 months hospital or clerical experience demonstrating good working familiarity with typing/computer keyboarding and medical terminology familiarity required
- Requires the ability to read and write; and knowledge of grammar, and arithmetic including fractions and decimals.
- May require the use of standard office/medical equipment (i.e., typewriter, personal computer, data terminal, on-line printer, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, sterilizing equipment, blood pressure cuff, or tables); the preparation, comparison or checking of reports, records and related data; and basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application.
- Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
-
Unit Secretary
1 week ago
MedStar Health Washington, United StatesGeneral Summary of PositionMedStarGeorgetown University Hospital is looking for a Unit Secretary to work Days/Eveningson an as needed basis. · The UnitSecretary performs secretarial, clerical and receptionist support dutiesnecessary for the operations of a patient care unit. The ...
-
Unit Secretary
1 week ago
MedStar Health Washington, United States Part timeGeneral Summary of PositionJoinMedStar Washington Hospital Center as a Part Time Unit Secretary in the CardiacIntermediate 3NW department. This opportunity is great for someone who islooking to join MedStar Health with minimal experience The position is 20hours per week and the s ...
-
Unit Secretary
1 week ago
MedStar Health Washington, United States Full timeGeneral Summary of PositionMedStarWashington Hospital Center is looking for a Full Time Unit Secretary in theCardiac Intermediate 3NW Unit. This position is 40 hours per week and is arotating schedule between the following shifts 3p-11p, 7p-7a, 11p-7a withrotating weekend. This p ...
-
Unit Secretary
1 week ago
MedStar Health Washington, United States Part timeGeneral Summary of PositionJoinMedStar Washington Hospital Center as a Part Time Unit Secretary in the VascularThoracic Surgery 4NW department. This opportunity is great for someone who islooking to join MedStar Health with minimal experience The position is 24hours per week and ...
-
Unit Secretary- Float Pool
1 week ago
MedStar Health Washington, United StatesGeneral Summary of PositionJoinMedStar Washington Hospital Center as a Per Diem Unit Secretary in the FloatPool department. This opportunity is great for someone who is looking to joinMedStar Health with minimal experience This opportunity allows you to have aflexible schedule wh ...
-
Executive Operations Coordinator
1 week ago
Bering Straits Native Corporation WASHINGTON, United StatesThis position serves as an Operations Coordinator within an Operations Coordination (OPSCO) Unit, the central planning and coordination point for protective detail operations. The protective detail provides security for the Secretary of State seven d Operations Coordinator, Opera ...
-
Registered Nurse
6 days ago
Capital Caring Health Washington, United StatesOverview · Registered Nurse (RN) Hospice Inpatient Unit initiates and maintains the care plan for patients in the acute care setting based on decisions and wishes that have been established by the patient and their families. The RN-IPU focuses upon symptom management while addres ...
-
Senior Business Process Consultant
1 week ago
Drodex , Inc. Washington, United StatesOverview · Drodex is supporting the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR). ASPR is a public health preparedness and emergency response organization in the Office of the Secretary at the United States Department of Health and Human Services. ASPR ...
-
COOP/ Continuity of Government Analyst
1 week ago
TekStream Solutions Washington, United StatesContingency Of Operations Planning (COOP) Analyst · Clearance: T2 Public Trust / MBI required. US Citizenship required. · Location: 1401 Constitution Avenue, NW · Washington, DC. 20230 · The COOP Analyst will support The Office of Security (OSY) for a large Federal agency. The OS ...
-
RSDC Washington, United StatesRSDCGROUP, LLC (RSDC) is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) with a presence in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area headquartered in Arlington, Virginia with offices nationwide. We deliver results for our customers through accurate requirements capture and our Strategy to Oper ...
-
Continuity Programs
2 days ago
Ardent Eagle Solutions Washington, United StatesClearance: · Public Trust · About Us: · Are you ready to join an exceptional team that's rewriting the future of national security and global impact? Welcome to Ardent Eagle Solutions (AES), a dynamic and rapidly expanding small business that's at the forefront of supporting t ...
-
Continuity Programs
3 days ago
Ardent Eagle Solutions Washington, United StatesAbout Us: · Are you ready to join an exceptional team that's rewriting the future of national security and global impact? Welcome to Ardent Eagle Solutions (AES), a dynamic and rapidly expanding small business that's at the forefront of supporting the Federal Government, Departm ...
-
Continuity Programs
2 days ago
Ardent Eagle Solutions Washington, United StatesAbout Us: · Are you ready to join an exceptional team that's rewriting the future of national security and global impact? Welcome to Ardent Eagle Solutions (AES), a dynamic and rapidly expanding small business that's at the forefront of supporting the Federal Government, Departm ...
-
Sr. Business Process Analyst
1 week ago
Aveshka Washington, United StatesIf you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. · Sr. Business Process Analyst · Full Time · Washington, DC, US · 10 days ago · Requisition ID: 1070 · Overview · : · A ...
-
Supervisory International Trade Specialist
2 weeks ago
Commerce, International Trade Administration Washington, United StatesSummary This vacancy is for a Supervisory International Trade Specialist in the International Trade Administration within the Department of Commerce. As Director of the ITA Secretariat, the incumbent serves as the primary liaison between ITA and the Office of the Secretary (OUS) ...
-
Patient Care Technician
1 week ago
MedStar Health Washington, United StatesGeneral Summary of Position · MedStar Health is looking for aPatient Care Technicianto join ourMedstar Health Georgetown University Hospital (MGUH) teamWe are looking forsomeone with the ability to perform direct patient care technologies and excellent interpersonal skills. · As ...
-
Mount Sinai Medical Center Fort Lesley J. McNair, DC , USA, United States Full time· Performs secretarial and general office support involving word processing, typing, telephone reception, mail distribution and record and file maintenance. Typically services are provided for an assigned department, care center or nursing unit. · Responsibilities · 1. Answers t ...
-
Dentist (Oral Surgeon-Part-Time)
1 week ago
Veterans Health Administration Washington, United States Part timeSummary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appoint ...
-
Continuity Programs
3 days ago
Ardent Eagle Solutions Washington, United StatesAbout Us: · Are you ready to join an exceptional team that's rewriting the future of national security and global impact? Welcome to Ardent Eagle Solutions (AES), a dynamic and rapidly expanding small business that's at the forefront of supporting the Federal Government, Departm ...
-
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation Washington, United StatesAgency Information: Become part of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation DFC is America's development bank. DFC partners with the private sector to finance solutions to the most critical challenges facing the developing world today. We invest across sectors inclu ...
Unit Secretary - Washington, United States - MedStar Health
Description
General Summary of PositionPerforms a variety of clerical support activities for a nursing unit. Ensures the timely, efficient, and organized flow of operations for the assigned nursing station/area.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Education
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
