UNIT SECRETARY | Day Shift | Radiology at Salina… · Salina

Salina Regional Health Center

UNIT SECRETARY

POSITION SUMMARY The unit secretary performs clerical, interdepartmental, and general communications. Enters data into the computer system,files, answers telephones, greets patients and visitors, make copies and gathers data as requested.

POPULATION SERVED: Infant, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric OSHA CATEGORY I

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

QUALITY Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and practice of clerical skills. Applies best practices and a strong knowledge regarding communication, phone etiquette, office equipment, and patient paperwork. Demonstrates appropriate interaction with health care team, relaying pertinent information to the appropriate staff in a timely manner. Demonstrates ability to facilitate the work flow of the unit. Attends and constructively contributes to department meetings.

ACCESS Demonstrates effective communication with patients, families and other members of the health care team.

STEWARDSHIP Demonstrates appropriate communication with pertinent members of the health care team regarding unsafe conditions, family concerns, or change in patient status.

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

PATIENT CENTERED Keeps the welfare of the patient at the center of all decisions and actions by maintaining a customer-centered focus at all times. Advocates for patients and their families by practicing behaviors that create a culture of patient focused activity.

QUALITY Expects excellence of self and others. Questions the status quo; uses creativity and innovation to engage in performance and process improvement. Identifies and mitigates risk.

INTEGRITY Is honest and ethical in all matters. Demonstrates teamwork/cooperation within and across departments, understanding others perspectives and resolving conflict constructively.

TRUST Safeguards the privacy, security, and confidentiality of protected health information at all times. Treats all people with dignity; supports diversity; and understands related issues. Is flexible and adaptable to change; demonstrates a positive and supportive attitude; and willingly accepts change.

SUSTAINABILITY Holds self and others accountable in the use of SRHC supplies, and completion of tasks in a timely, efficient, and productive manner. Volunteers for or accepts new or additional duties/responsibilities for the greater good of the department, organization, and/or patient.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION None

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE None

REQUIRED REGISTRATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Applicable Resuscitation and other position-related certifications must be obtained within the timeframe established by SRHC policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers up to 50 pounds Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching Manual dexterity and mobility Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less

WORKING CONDITIONS Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne and/or infectious diseases Exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment Exposed to unpleasant elements (accident, injury, illness, etc.) Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Subject to emergency or crisis situations Subject to many interruptions; pressure due to multiple calls, inquires, and/or deadlines Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT In signing the job description, I attest that I will adhere to Salina Regional Health Center’s policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including but not limited to complying fully with the Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Ethical Conduct; and participating actively in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Plan, including identifying and mitigating risk to patients.

I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and accept the qualifications, responsibilities, and performance expectations outlined in the job description. I recognize that these duties form the basis for my performance evaluations, and that management reserves the right to assign additional tasks or change existing essential job functions as operational needs dictate. I confirm that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.