Unit Secretary, NICU, Per Diem, Voorhees

Summary

Performs clerical and secretarial duties on the unit. Prepares, compiles, and maintains patient and operational records in the nursing unit.

• Processes and maintains clerical information on unit; responds to, screens, and refers telephone messages and requests regarding patient information and unit operation to the appropriate personnel; assists with coordination of patient flow, unit rounding, and visitor security.
• Maintains patient’s electronic medical record, ensures completeness and accuracy of patient charts and records, communicates consults by contacting providers, and facilitates admission, discharge, and transfer status.
• Assists with coordination of patient flow including coordination of patient transportation to external facilities or discharge to home.
• Maintains supplies and equipment, and places orders for service, coordinating with Environmental Support Services as required.

• Basic computer skills (word processing, data entry), with ability to quickly learn and become proficient using unit computer systems.
• Understanding/familiarity of medical terminology or ability to quickly learn in order to process and maintain accurate medical records.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, tactfully, and courteously with customers and staff on all levels.
• Ability to multi‑task effectively.
• 1–2 years of secretarial or administrative assistant experience in a medical setting is preferred.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Additional coursework in the medical support field is preferred.