Work Schedule: Part-time,1500-2330

General Summary

Supports and maintains the administrative operation of a health care unit, department or clinic. Provides administrative, organizational and communication tasks that contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care and effective coordination within the health care team.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

• Provides administrative assistance to the health care unit by managing phone calls and handling inquiries from patients, families and staff.
• Maintains and organizes medical records and other documents as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient data including verbal, written and electronic formats.
• Utilizes various systems to access, enter and manage clinical information, including orders and requisitions, summary reports and other information as appropriate.
• Utilizes electronic devices, computer programs and applications as required and applicable to the role.
• Organizes the department's workflow by preparation of patient charts for transfer to other units or facilities according to policies and procedures.
• Greets patients and families. Demonstrates a professional and customer-oriented appearance and demeanor at all times. Demonstrates appropriate verbal and telephone skills.
• Provides support and answers questions as appropriate, contributing to a quality patient experience.
• Orders office and nutritional supplies, equipment, etc. as directed by manager.
• Maintains the order, cleanliness and appearance of the workstation.
• Responds and answers call lights in a timely manner and retrieves items including water, blankets, etc. as requested by patients and staff.