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Riverside Regional Medical Center

Unit Secretary Short Stay Unit (4P North) Part-Time-Days

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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.

$41,645 / year median in Virginia

+15% projected growth

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Unit Secretary Short Stay Unit (4P North) Part-Time-Days Riverside Regional Medical Center - 3.6 Newport News, VA Job Details Part-time $16.20 - $21.08 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Record keeping Medical chart preparation Maintaining an organized workspace Phone communication Greeting customers Assisting medical staff Phone call screening High school diploma or GED Task prioritization Medical record retrieval Office supply ordering Stocking Clerical experience Clean workspace maintenance Order processing Document management Managing patient records Medical receptionist Entry level File organization Healthcare facilities housekeeping Full Job Description Newport News, Virginia Hiring Range $16.20 - $21.08/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs. Part Time Days Available 7am-7pm This position works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and Registered Nurses and the under the direction of the Nurse Manager, Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse. The Unit Secretary is responsible for customer service, chart management, retrieval of reports, and patient care duties. The Unit Secretary is also responsible for performing duties such as ordering supplies, order entry, filing of patient information and follow up to patients and physician offices, and other secretarial/clerical duties as directed. What you will do Responsible for accurate and timely order entry, retrieving testing results, researching CPOE ensuring correct order entry and medical record management to ensure organized medical record maintenance. Prioritizes workload and accurately completes daily duties. Navigates systems to access patient information to facilitate transfers. Utilizes systems proficiently to communicate and order supplies, forms etc. Demonstrates understanding of diverse patient care populations served within the community. Answers phone in a timely manner using appropriate phone etiquette skills and screens calls appropriately to support a positive service experience. Functions as an advocate for positive customer service as the greeter of the unit. Maintains clean, safe, and orderly work environment by cleaning work stations/areas, equipment; stocking supplies; placing equipment in proper storage areas. Promotes team work by working effectively as a team member as well as independently. Seeks assistance as needed. Consistently keeps team informed of changes as they arise, working closely with all team members to provide quality care and customer service. Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED, (Preferred) Experience 1 year Clerical experience in a healthcare setting (Preferred) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.