Medical Surgical
Schedule/Status:
Standard Hours/Week:
General Description:
Key Responsibilities:
- Observes telemetry monitors and notifies the RN of arrhythmias, maintains monitor log and records ECG strips for documentation.
- Transcribes orders through computer entry of diagnostic tests, consults, demographic and Kardex information.
- Responds as a receptionist to patient, staff, physician, and visitors and other departments. Relays messages and coordinates information exchanges demonstrating telephone etiquette and interpersonal communication skills.
- Updates patient demographics, records vital signs, prints Pharmacy Profile, prints worksheets and reports, obtains Lab results, as requested.
- Files reports, maintains the patient record, assembles and copies records and other necessary paperwork for transfers to other units or outside facilities.
- Maintains cleanliness and neatness of the secretarial area and terminals in the Nursing Station.
- Orders supplies on a weekly basis, as directed, maintain unit inventory of chart and office supplies.
- Assembles and maintains a supply of chart admission paperwork for future admissions.
- Participates in Quality Monitoring/Performance Improvement.
- Performs similar or related duties as assigned.
- Knows fire, disaster and safety procedures and regulations as it pertains to the work area.
Formal Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- No experience required.
- Unit Secretary Certification preferred
- EKG Monitor Certification preferred
- Annual Accrual of 152 Personal Leave Bank (PLB) Hours
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
- EAP, Flex Spending, Accident, Critical and Other Applicable Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Parrish Healthcare is a caring community of healthcare professionals passionate about excellence and fulfilling our mission of providing Healing Experiences For Everyone All The Time®.
Parrish Healthcare has a Culture of Choice®. This means a we have a healing work environment that empowers people to aspire to be their very best. We partner passionate, talented and skilled people in the right role with the right resources. We provide a clear and strategic direction to achieve superior results on behalf of the communities we serve.

