Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Unit Secretary II? At LewisGale Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

LewisGale Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Unit Secretary II like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

SPECIFIC ELEMENTS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Under the direction of a Department Director, Nursing Clinical Coordinator or Registered Nurse:

Accountable and Responsible for Clinical Judgment

Demonstrates knowledge and skill to perform all patient record and transcription activities; Maintains patient record according to hospital policy.

Maintains neat and organized work place.

Maintains unit supplies/forms.

Assists with transfer/admission process.

Incorporates time management and prioritizes for efficiency and productivity.

Stays abreast of new information pertaining to hospital/unit function and policies.

Communicates effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.

Adheres to hospital and unit policies. Duty to Self and Others through Clinical Inquiry

Professionally resolves or seeks assistance for problems and conflict.

Completes annual educational requirements, and other specified learning activities on time. Committed to Caring Practices

Demonstrates professional caring practices through sensitivity, respect, engagement, and assessing for patient and family satisfaction.

Demonstrates AIDET principles (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) with all patient and family interaction

Promote a safe and therapeutic atmosphere for patients, co-workers, other departments and customers.

Promotes a culture of safety. Collaborates within the Healthcare Environment

Demonstrates and promotes hospital Mission, Vision, Philosophy and Core Values.

Communicates professionally with other team members and colleagues by following approved methods of communication as applicable. Contributes to the Healthcare Environment

Attends staff meetings as required.

Promote a work environment that is free from harassment.

Preferred Experience:

 Previous experience as a Unit Secretary, experience in a hospital setting, and/or knowledge of medical terminology.

Hours:

This is a full time day shift position

LewisGale Medical Center (https://lewisgale.com/locations/lewisgale-medical-center/) has provided quality healthcare services since 1909. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 500+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities in the Salem area. We specialize in heart and vascular care—including the latest advanced technology available through our designated Heart Center—as well as orthopedics and spine care, services for mental and behavioral health and cancer care.

At LewisGale Medical Center, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Unit Secretary II opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.