Unit Secretary

Company: Mercy Healthcare
Location: Joplin
Posted on: June 6, 2021

Job Description:

We're a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Overview:

The Unit Secretary works under the supervision of the Manager, Administrative Supervisor and/or Director, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, performs a variety of skilled secretarial duties in support of the nursing unit/dept. May be required to assume additional duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Education: Some Secondary.
• Certifications: Unit Secretary Training STJ Within 3 Months Of Hire. BLS Basic Life Support Within 6 Months Of Hire.
• Other: Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills. Must be able to operate various types of office equipment, including a computer, fax machine, telephone, printer and copy machine. Assures monthly checks for outdates has been completed and recorded. Assists with stocking of supplies upon receipt to unit and inpatient rooms as needed.
• Preferred Education: Secondary.
• Preferred Experience: Previous secretarial/clerical experience, preferrably in a healthcare setting.

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 48 hours or more per pay period!

We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Responsibilities You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. The Unit Secretary works under the supervision of the Manager, Administrative Supervisor and/or Director, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, performs a variety of skilled secretarial duties in support of the nursing unit/dept. May be required to assume additional duties as needed. Assures monthly checks for outdates has been completed and recorded. Assists with stocking of supplies upon receipt to unit and inpatient rooms as needed.

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