Company :
Allegheny Health Network
Job Description :
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
Performs secretarial and direct patient care duties for a designated unit. Maintains the medical record, performs direct patient care for all types of patients.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection and all other treatments. (20%)
* Transcribes orders in accordance with policies and procedures subject to the approval of a licensed nurse. Asks for clarification when necessary. (30%)
* Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer and discharge, maintenance of patient activities for the records, interdepartmental communications and unit reception. (30%)
* Demonstrates effective communication (verbal and written) with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care. (20%)
* Performs other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
* High school diploma or GED; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* 1 year of patient care and/or administrative experience
* Knowledge of medical terminology.
* Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
* Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
* Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Preferred
* Previous unit secretary experience or graduate of an approved unit secretary program.
* Experience as a PCA or EMT.
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
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