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ER Tech - PRN - Full-time / Part-time
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Wytheville, VA Wytheville, Virginia |
About this job
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Patient Care Secretary performs secretarial, receptionist and clerical duties on a patient care unit. She/he assists the charge nurse in coordinating patient care on the unit. Works closely with all nursing personnel, medical staff, other department personnel, patients, patients' families and the public.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Clerical - Consistently performs all clerical responsibilities identified on the skills checklist.
* Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology.
* Accurately transfers patients in the EMR to ancillary areas and returns them to their respective room.
* Accurately posts reports from ancillary departments in the EMR.
* Assembles charts for new admissions
* Inventories floor stock and supplies and orders as necessary.
* Assists with admissions to hospital and transfers to other facilities.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
* Conducts patient assessments
* Determines/prioritizes appropriate medical treatment/procedures and need for additional assistance
* Takes and records patients vital signs
* Performs physical exam and obtains patient history
* Administers basic and advanced life support care
* Responds to cardiac and respiratory emergencies
* Provides spinal management and immobilization
* Manages bleeding and post -- traumatic shock under direction of ED physician
* Communicates with ED staff to convey patient's condition and obtains instructions regarding treatment from ED physician and RN
* Performs venipunctures and IVs
* Transports patients to other departments within the hospital for procedures , examinations, or for admission, except for ICCU which requires and RN
:
Safety: Readily recognizes emergency situations and takes appropriate action while following safety related policies and procedures.
* Adheres to all safety and infection control policies and procedures.
* Reports accidents, errors and unusual incidents to the Charge Nurse, Department Director or House Supervisor at the time of the occurrence.
* Appropriately interprets telemetry monitor rhythm and reports abnormal and emergent findings to the nurse.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
(R) = Required (P) = Preferred
A. Education
(R) 1. High school diploma or equivalent
(R) 2. Completed course in medical terminology/equivalent experience
(R) 3. Basic keyboarding/typing skills equivalent to 20 wpm
(R) 4. Basic computer skills
B. Experience
(P) 1. Secretarial experience
C. Special Skills & Attributes
(R) 1. Effective communication skills.
(R) 2. Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships
with physicians, staff, peers, patients and families.
D. Licensures/Certifications
(P) 1. Certificate in medical office clerk
AGES OF POPULATION SERVED:
Age Specific
Definition
Yes
No
Birth to One Year
Infant
X
2 -- 3 Years
Toddler
X
4 - 5 Years
Pre-Schooler
X
6 -- 11 years
School Age
X
12 - 17 years
Adolescent
X
18 -- 30 years
Young Adult
X
31 -- 64 years
Adult
X
65
Geriatric
X
No responsibility to treat or care for patients
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to:
None
Some
Frequent
Toxic/caustic chemicals
X
Working outdoors
X
Dust/fumes/gases/helicopter
X
Moving mechanical parts
X
Blood or Body Fluids
X
Communicable Diseases
X
Potential electrical shock
X
X-ray electromagnetic energy
X
Needles or sharp objects
X
Frequent repetitive motions
X
Use/viewing of Computer monitor
X
Unprotected heights
X
Physically or verbally abusive patients
X
Hazards in patients' homes
X
Extreme heat or cold
X
* 50% of time spent traveling
X
Exposure to high pitched noises
X
Blood born pathogen exposure
X
Stressful Environment
X
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:
( ) Sedentary Work: Lifting 10 lbs. maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying articles.
( ) Light Work: Lifting 2 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
( ) Medium Work: Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
( X ) Heavy Work: Lifting 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
( ) Very Heavy Work: Lifting objects in excess of 100 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 50 lbs. or more.
( X ) Ability to lift, push and pull with assistance of mechanical device or co-worker
Activity
Some
Frequent
Repeated Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching
X
Working in confined area
X
Ability to distinguish Colors
X
Standing/Walking > 25%
Standing/Walking > 50%
X
Standing/Walking > 75%
Manual hand/finger dexterity
X
Multi-tasking, ability to work with frequent interruptions
X
Hand/eye coordination
X
Sitting > 50%
Use of Computer >75%
Critical Thinking Skills
X
Reaching above shoulder level
X
Climbing on Ladder
Operating Motor Vehicle or motorized equipment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
(R) = Required (P) = Preferred
A. Education
(R) 1. High school diploma or equivalent
(R) 2. Completed course in medical terminology/equivalent experience
(R) 3. Basic keyboarding/typing skills equivalent to 20 wpm
(R) 4. Basic computer skills
B. Experience
(P) 1. Secretarial experience
C. Special Skills & Attributes
(R) 1. Effective communication skills.
(R) 2. Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships
with physicians, staff, peers, patients and families.
D. Licensures/Certifications
(P) 1. Certificate in medical office clerk
The Patient Care Secretary performs secretarial, receptionist and clerical duties on a patient care unit. She/he assists the charge nurse in coordinating patient care on the unit. Works closely with all nursing personnel, medical staff, other department personnel, patients, patients' families and the public.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Clerical - Consistently performs all clerical responsibilities identified on the skills checklist.
* Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology.
* Accurately transfers patients in the EMR to ancillary areas and returns them to their respective room.
* Accurately posts reports from ancillary departments in the EMR.
* Assembles charts for new admissions
* Inventories floor stock and supplies and orders as necessary.
* Assists with admissions to hospital and transfers to other facilities.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
* Conducts patient assessments
* Determines/prioritizes appropriate medical treatment/procedures and need for additional assistance
* Takes and records patients vital signs
* Performs physical exam and obtains patient history
* Administers basic and advanced life support care
* Responds to cardiac and respiratory emergencies
* Provides spinal management and immobilization
* Manages bleeding and post -- traumatic shock under direction of ED physician
* Communicates with ED staff to convey patient's condition and obtains instructions regarding treatment from ED physician and RN
* Performs venipunctures and IVs
* Transports patients to other departments within the hospital for procedures , examinations, or for admission, except for ICCU which requires and RN
:
Safety: Readily recognizes emergency situations and takes appropriate action while following safety related policies and procedures.
* Adheres to all safety and infection control policies and procedures.
* Reports accidents, errors and unusual incidents to the Charge Nurse, Department Director or House Supervisor at the time of the occurrence.
* Appropriately interprets telemetry monitor rhythm and reports abnormal and emergent findings to the nurse.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
(R) = Required (P) = Preferred
A. Education
(R) 1. High school diploma or equivalent
(R) 2. Completed course in medical terminology/equivalent experience
(R) 3. Basic keyboarding/typing skills equivalent to 20 wpm
(R) 4. Basic computer skills
B. Experience
(P) 1. Secretarial experience
C. Special Skills & Attributes
(R) 1. Effective communication skills.
(R) 2. Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships
with physicians, staff, peers, patients and families.
D. Licensures/Certifications
(P) 1. Certificate in medical office clerk
AGES OF POPULATION SERVED:
Age Specific
Definition
Yes
No
Birth to One Year
Infant
X
2 -- 3 Years
Toddler
X
4 - 5 Years
Pre-Schooler
X
6 -- 11 years
School Age
X
12 - 17 years
Adolescent
X
18 -- 30 years
Young Adult
X
31 -- 64 years
Adult
X
65
Geriatric
X
No responsibility to treat or care for patients
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to:
None
Some
Frequent
Toxic/caustic chemicals
X
Working outdoors
X
Dust/fumes/gases/helicopter
X
Moving mechanical parts
X
Blood or Body Fluids
X
Communicable Diseases
X
Potential electrical shock
X
X-ray electromagnetic energy
X
Needles or sharp objects
X
Frequent repetitive motions
X
Use/viewing of Computer monitor
X
Unprotected heights
X
Physically or verbally abusive patients
X
Hazards in patients' homes
X
Extreme heat or cold
X
* 50% of time spent traveling
X
Exposure to high pitched noises
X
Blood born pathogen exposure
X
Stressful Environment
X
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:
( ) Sedentary Work: Lifting 10 lbs. maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying articles.
( ) Light Work: Lifting 2 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
( ) Medium Work: Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
( X ) Heavy Work: Lifting 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
( ) Very Heavy Work: Lifting objects in excess of 100 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 50 lbs. or more.
( X ) Ability to lift, push and pull with assistance of mechanical device or co-worker
Activity
Some
Frequent
Repeated Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching
X
Working in confined area
X
Ability to distinguish Colors
X
Standing/Walking > 25%
Standing/Walking > 50%
X
Standing/Walking > 75%
Manual hand/finger dexterity
X
Multi-tasking, ability to work with frequent interruptions
X
Hand/eye coordination
X
Sitting > 50%
Use of Computer >75%
Critical Thinking Skills
X
Reaching above shoulder level
X
Climbing on Ladder
Operating Motor Vehicle or motorized equipment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
(R) = Required (P) = Preferred
A. Education
(R) 1. High school diploma or equivalent
(R) 2. Completed course in medical terminology/equivalent experience
(R) 3. Basic keyboarding/typing skills equivalent to 20 wpm
(R) 4. Basic computer skills
B. Experience
(P) 1. Secretarial experience
C. Special Skills & Attributes
(R) 1. Effective communication skills.
(R) 2. Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships
with physicians, staff, peers, patients and families.
D. Licensures/Certifications
(P) 1. Certificate in medical office clerk