Clinical Secretary

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Secretary to join our team at Methodist Health System. As a Clinical Secretary, you will be responsible for providing exceptional administrative support to our clinical teams, ensuring seamless communication and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist in orientation for new secretaries
• Maintain PAR levels by ordering office/clinical/nutritional supplies as needed
• Perform receptionist duties, including answering the department telephone, recording messages, greeting patients/visitors, and providing general information and direction
• Responsible for preparation, accuracy, and completeness of reports, records, and clinical packets
• Communicate with clinical teams regarding pending discharges, occupied and unoccupied bed status, and bed tracking reports
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in and around work areas, centralized nurses' stations, and other assigned areas
• Manage patient intercom systems by answering call bells in a timely manner and providing timely notifications to clinical staff
• Transcribe physician orders accurately

About Methodist Health System

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. We are a trusted choice for health and wellness, with a network of 12 hospitals and numerous clinics throughout the region. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned, including Magnet designations for several of our medical centers and recognition as one of the fastest-growing health systems in America.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1 year of work experience preferred
• Ability to type 30 words per minute
• Ability to professionally and effectively communicate (orally and in writing)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Methodist Health System is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to maintaining a working environment free of intimidation, workplace discrimination, and harassment. Retaliation or attempted retaliatory behavior that occurs as a result of an employee's exercise of their rights under this policy or any other statutorily protected right is strictly prohibited and will be grounds for disciplinary action.

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