Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center has earned more national recognition for quality patient outcomes than any other hospital in the region. The medical center has earned multiple honors for its leadership and excellence in several clinical areas including cardiac care, orthopedic services, vascular surgery, stroke care and cancer care.

Job Description

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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Unit Secretary.

As a Unit Secretary at MercyOne, you will Provides information and communication services to patients, visitors, employees and communication services to patients, visitors, employees, and physicians.  Is key in maintaining rapport interdepartmentally and with external agencies.

Schedule:

• 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM; rotating days

General Requirements:

• Assists with the coordination of incoming and outgoing communication to the department, including inquiries from patients and the visitor’s intercom.  Answers departmental phone appropriately and efficiently, assuring the transmission of communication and relevant information to nursing personnel.  Receives and records reports/messages from other departments, and utilizing good judgment, relays information to nurse in charge or other appropriate personnel.
• Is accurate and proficient in the review of patient charts and enters charges.  Determines that all charges are accounted for.
• Completes required training or ADT process, order entry, central scheduling and assigned billing systems.  Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers, i.e., order entry and charges.  Maintains patient charts by accurately filing reports and recording information.
• Accesses patient accounts to verify and make available charge information to patients and authorized personnel.
• Assists and communicates with physicians and nurses by retrieving charts, obtaining requested reports.
• Escorts patients to appropriate services, monitors waiting rooms, maintains liaison with guards and parking attendants.

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent degree with post high school related courses required.
• A minimum of 2 years prior hospital/medical related experience preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of Medical Terminology is required.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.