Unit Secretary

Methodist Healthcare System

San Antonio, TX

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Administrative Skills, Banking Services, Behavioral Health, Cardiology, Cerebral Vascular Accident, Communication Skills, Environmental Communications, Equipment Safety, Flexible Spending Accounts, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Medications, Nursing, Office Equipment, Order Picking/Packing, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Prescription Drugs, Problem Solving Skills, Radiology, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Safety Equipment, Safety Process, Stock Purchase Plans, Team Player, Telemedicine, Telephone Skills, The Joint Commission (TJC), Unit Secretary, Weight Management, Work From Home
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San Antonio, TX
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30+ days ago

Unit Secretary in San Antonio Texas United States

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Do you have the career opportunities as a Unit Secretary you want with your current employer We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital Metropolitan which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Unit Secretary assumes primary responsibility of unit secretarial receptionist and clerical support in a professional manner in accordance with Methodist Excellence standards. Heshe is expected to apply skills in critical thinking appropriate judgment mental organizational and unit operation skills to perform a variety of tasks. Demonstrates knowledge of office equipment operation interdepartmental function and effective communication and policy.

Minimum Education Experience Training Required Knowledge Skill Abilities and Other Job-Related Characteristics

EducationNone

ExperienceNone

Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line facility and departmentunit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served if applicable.

Preferred1 year secretarial experience in a healthcare setting

Minimum License Certificates or Registrations RequiredNone

Essential Job Functions

Demonstrates knowledge in all aspects of medical terminology and accurately transcribes physicians orders.

Complete assignments independently and demonstrates teamwork when needed using effective problem-solving skills chain of command and effective communication with coworkers supervisors physicians and the public in a professional and pleasant manner consistent with Methodist Excellence standards.

Accurately schedules requests or communicates necessary patient information with regard to hospital privacy policies.

Demonstrates knowledge and operationapplication of unit equipment and software applications and programs.

Actively works as part of a team of physicians nurses and other health care professionals to support hospital policy and promote patient safety. Assists nursing staff as requested with delegated tasks to support the patient experience.

Greets and assists visitors answers their inquiries and directs them to the appropriate persons according to their needs. Answers a multi-line telephone system and responds to requests efficiently in a friendly courteous and professional manner.

Additional Job Functions

May handle pick up deliver andor stock non-controlled medications as directed by a licensed team member.

Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals.

Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors must be familiar with all safety features of equipment tools or materials encompassed by job duties and must check with supervisors prior to job performance if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.

Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients colleagues and community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws rules and regulations or the Code of Conduct.

Completes other duties as assigned.

Methodist Excellence ME Behavior Standards

The ME Standards are essential behavior expectations of every employee.

Attitude A positive and cheerful attitude by employees is a reflection of the facility. When employees present a positive attitude our customers will sense that quality care is truly our mission.

Appearance MHS is proud of the appearance of our facilities and the employees. A professional appearance is important as it assures a positive image of the individual as well as the entire organization.

Communication Communication skills are essential in the work place. In a healthcare environment communication is vital in providing quality patient care. Intra- and inter-departmental communication and communication with physicians and patients are key providing a consistent and effective continuum of care.

Compassionate Service Healthcare is more than just a business although the clinical and technical expertise we provide is exceptional compassion and passion are vital ingredients in providing service and showing our customers we truly care.

OwnershipPride Every Employee represents MHS in the eyes of our customers therefore it is essential that every member of the Methodist Healthcare Team feel a sense of ownership and pride towards his or her job and the organization.

Privacy Employees must be sensitive to the legal rights and emotional needs of privacy for patients and conduct themselves in a professional manner that respects this aspect of the patients overall well being.

Safety Each of us has a responsibility in ensuring the safety of our patients our physicians our coworkers our visitors and ourselves.

TeamworkCommitment to Coworkers At MHS we are all linked to one another by a common purpose to serve our patients and community. We believe through teamwork we can produce better results collectively than we would as individuals.

Fun MHS promotes an environment of employee fellowship. Employees need to know that having fun at work and enjoying ones job make for a positive workplace.

Accountability Accountability is the foundation of Methodist Excellence. The building blocks of Accountability involve personal responsibility for job actions and performance complete understanding of job responsibilities and adherence to all Methodist Healthcare policies and procedures.

Benefits

Methodist Hospital Metropolitan offers a total rewards package that supports the health life career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include

Comprehensive benefitsfor medical prescription drug dental vision behavioral health and telemedicine services

Wellbeing supportincluding free counseling and referral services

Time away from workprograms for paid time off paid family leave long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence

Savings and retirement resources including a 401k Plan with a 100 match on 3 to 9 of pay based on years of service Employee Stock Purchase Plan flexible spending accounts preferred banking partnerships retirement readiness tools rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling

Education supportthrough tuition assistance student loan assistance certification support dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building adoption assistance life insurance supplemental health protection plans auto and home insurance legal counseling identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Methodist Hospital Metropolitan houses 370 bed. We house the largest emergency room in downtown San Antonio. Our womens pavilion is the only freestanding center city facility dedicated to the health of women and their newborn babies. We welcome nearly 3000 newborns into the world each year. We are home to the Methodist Weight Loss Center. We have been designated an American Society for Metabolic Surgery Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence®. Our hospital has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare. We are the first hospital in San Antonio to achieve Pathway to Excellence designation. Methodist Hospital Metropolitan has been recognized by Leapfrog for focus on safety and quality. We received a Grade A Hospital Safety Score for 8 consecutive rating periods. We are proud to be an Accredited Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology and Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. We were the premier Texas hospital to earn a Gold Seal of Approval for Sepsis Certification. Join our accredited team today.

Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.- Dr. Thomas Frist Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth we encourage you to apply for our Unit Secretary opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.

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