Unit Assistant - Berkeley, United States - Sutter Health

Sutter Health
Sutter Health
Verified Company
Berkeley, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Mark Lane

beBee recruiter
Description

Organization:

ABSMC-Ashby Campus


Position Overview:

Performs clerical and receptionist duties and assists in maintaining the physical environment of the nursing station.

  • Adheres to hospital department policies and procedures, objectives, CQI program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
  • Completes the annual safety module and demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures: fire, disaster, codes, etc.
  • Schedules procedures. Prioritizes work and provides prompt and efficient service.
  • Utilizes problem solving process when appropriate.
  • Performs clerical duties related to procedures such as admission, discharge, transfer and death.
  • Keeps patient records current. Prepares periodic reports as required.
  • Transcribes physician's orders as written utilizing MS4 system.
  • Completes logs and records promptly, recording all information that could be pertinent to others.
  • Retrieves and organizes appropriate data from records as required.
  • Enters charges as assigned.
  • Photocopies and files information, answers the phone, takes messages and directs calls promptly and courteously.
  • Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital and/or nursing standards.
  • Handles phone calls with courtesy and respect for confidentiality.
  • Filing, faxing and copying is completed within timeframe request or prioritized with manager.
  • Directs patients and families to appropriate department in a courteous manner.
  • Interacts with patients and families in various age groups. (Pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics)

EDUCATION
- _ Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._

  • HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
  • Other: Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

  • 2 years secretarial in a health care setting preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Answer telephones
  • Maintain filing systems
  • Maintain logs
  • Maintain patient charts
  • Schedule appointments
  • Excellent communication skills, written & verbal
  • Ability to prioritize work
  • Demonstrates tact, maturity and good judgment

Job Shift:

Days


Schedule:

Part Time


Shift Hours:

8


Days of the Week:

Variable


Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend


Benefits:

Yes


Unions:

Yes


Position Status:

Non-Exempt


Weekly Hours:

20


Employee Status:

Regular


Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $29.86 to $35.68 / hour
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