Unit Secretary

Unit Secretary Valley Medical Center - 3.7 Renton, WA Job Details $25.63 - $40.85 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Computer literacy Hospital experience

Full Job Description Job Title:

Unit Secretary Req:

2026-0385

Location:

Department:

Joint & Spine Center- Orthopedics Shift:

Days Type:

FTE:

0.9

Hours:

City State:

Renton, WA Salary Range:

Min $25.63- Max $40.85/hrly.

DOE Job Description:

VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER

Department of Patient Care Services Job Description The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.

TITLE:

Unit Secretary

JOB OVERVIEW

A unit secretary is responsible for the clerical and receptionist duties on a patient care unit. A float pool unit secretary is responsible for supporting clerical and receptionist duties throughout the house.

ROLE:

See job description for administrative partner for generic job duties.

AREA OF ASSIGNMENT

Any patient care area.

RESPONSIBLE TO

PCS Manager, Administrative Supervisor, and/or Charge Nurse

PREREQUISITES

1. Evidence of good communication skills, both oral and written, including ability to spell accurately and write legibly. 2. Evidence of typing/basic computer education. 3. One-year acute hospital experience required.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Capable of comprehending, executing, and acting within scope of practice. Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in the English language. Demonstrate excellence in communication skills and customer service. Dress professionally and follow VMC uniform standards. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in a diverse population. Able to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups. Flexible in dealing with people, able to meet the public in a poised manner. Able to set priorities, work accurately, and organize work efficiently. Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness. Complete all required annual education in a timely manner. Ability to be proficient in EPIC system.

UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

See generic job description.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

A.

GENERIC FUNCTIONS

See Administrative Partner Job Descriptions

UNIQUE JOB FUNCTIONS

CLERICAL Demonstrates ability to differentiate structure and functions of VMC departments and make appropriate referrals. Maintains par levels of current forms and supplies. Ensures obsolete forms are removed from unit. Organizes and maintains efficient work area. Completes department and unit forms according to established guidelines. Updates phone rosters as necessary. Maintains chart order.

COMMUNICATION

Demonstrates effective telephone etiquette. Demonstrates effective communication with the Medical Staff and other disciplines. Communicates knowledge of patient preferences to direct care providers. Requests services from ancillary and support departments. Greets and assists visitors as they arrive to department. Communicates when lab is calling with critical lab results to the responsible

RN. SAFETY

Recognizes and responds appropriately to all emergency codes. Answers intercom and triages calls so that patient needs can be met in a timely fashion. Maintains competency to work on all patient care units. Adheres to infection control standards. Participates in emergency and disaster plans/drills. Demonstrates ability to use patient care technology (MobileView, Emergin, Right Fax).

ADAPTABILITY

Performs both unique and general job functions on multiple patient care units during the length of the shift. Ability to easily transition from one patient care unit to another.

REVISED:

6/04, 1/07, 1/09, 3/2011, 1/13, 2/28/13, 4/13

Created:

Grade:

SEIUSVC6F FLSA

NE Job Qualifications:

PREREQUISITES

1. Evidence of good communication skills, both oral and written, including ability to spell accurately and write legibly. 2. Evidence of typing/basic computer education. 3. One-year acute hospital experience required.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Capable of comprehending, executing, and acting within scope of practice. Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in the English language. Demonstrate excellence in communication skills and customer service. Dress professionally and follow VMC uniform standards. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in a diverse population. Able to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups. Flexible in dealing with people, able to meet the public in a poised manner. Able to set priorities, work accurately, and organize work efficiently. Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness. Complete all required annual education in a timely manner. Ability to be proficient in EPIC system.