- Displays respect for patient's integrity, patient information and patient rights
- Transcribing providers orders using computerized order entry system
- Entering patient charges into computerized system
- Updating patient information as new orders are received
- Contacting other departments for scheduling/referrals
- Notifying RN/LPN of new orders and coordinates equipment
- Taking/sending specimens to lab in a timely manner
- Assembling charts per universal chart order
- Posting test results on patient charts
- Imprinting, dates, adding chart forms, photocopying charts and checking charts for signatures
- Dismantling discharge charts and routes to HIM
- Ordering, maintaining and verifying weekly stock/non-stock items according to unit needs
- Assisting with annual inventory of equipment and supplies
- Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the unit
- Maintains high level of interpersonal relationships with program staff
- Utilizes appropriate skills in telephone etiquette when answering the telephone, making sure to record correct messages and pass along to appropriate staff, including patient inquiries.
- Demonstrate efficiency in maintaining support services, which are vital to effective program operation.
- Maintains unit filing and paperwork system.
- Other duties as assigned
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Ability to type accurately.
- Verbal/written skills necessary to interact positively with patients, physicians and staff.
- High school graduate or GED.
- Course in Medical Terminology preferred.
- Certification as Health Unit Secretary preferred.
- Prefer at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting.
- None Required
Unit Secretary, Radiology - Ottumwa, United States - LifePoint Hospitals
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Functions as a member of the team to meet the communication needs of the patient, family, departmental staff, ancillary staff and physicians.
SUPERVISOR - Program Director
SUPERVISES -No supervisory duties
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE