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Phoebe Putney Health System, Inc.
Unit Secretary Adult Behavioral Health
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What they do
A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.
$38,312 / year median in Georgia
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Unit Secretary Adult Behavioral Health Albany, GA Job Number:
34031Location:
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Address:
417 W 3rdAve Albany, GA Postal Code:
31701Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
Full timeUnit Secretary Adult Behavioral Health Location:
Albany, GA Job ID:
34031 Unit SecretaryGENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs) Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms. May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be scheduled as needed including overtimeOSHA CATEGORY OSHA
Category II- Employees will occasionally be exposed to hazards such as blood, body fluids, or tissues.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED (Required) Non Degree Program in Medical Terminology Course or unit secretary certificate program (Preferred)EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 0
- 1 year Clerical work experience demonstrating proficient computer, phone and office equipment utilization (Required) 0
- 1 year Experience in a Health Care Setting (Preferred)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
Emergency Center Employees:
Crisis Response Training required within 6 months of hire (Required)Behavioral Health Employees:
Crisis Response Training required within 2 months of hire (Required)GENERAL SKILLS
Organizational Skills Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Customer Relations Mathematical Analytical Grammar / Spelling Read / Comprehend Written Instructions Follow Verbal Instructions Microsoft Office Suite General Clerical Skills Typing 60 wpm Medical TerminologyPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Have near normal vision- Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors Have good
- manual dexterity Ability to perform
- repetitive tasks/motion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Walking- Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Sitting
- Continuously within shift (67-100%) Climbing
- Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Bending/Stooping
- Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Twist at waist
- Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Pushing/Pulling
- Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Reaching above shoulder
- Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Lift/carry > 50 lbs with assistance
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