Unit Secretary – Oncology – Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

To assist the staff by performing clerical duties. To maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner. To acknowledge customers upon arrival to unit and to demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach. Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. Roper St. Francis Healthcare is lauded as one the best places to work in healthcare and here's why you should choose a career with us: We have a lot to be proud of We’re the first choice for healthcare among Lowcountry families. We’ve been trusted with our neighbors’ health and wellness for generations. And as our community grows, we continue to expand our services and open our arms to provide care to our friends and family members who need it most. We are vibrant and growing With 6,000 employees, we’re the Lowcountry’s second-largest private employer. We have nearly 1,000 doctors representing almost every medical specialty, and our 657-bed system consists of more than 100 facilities and services across five counties. In short, there is plenty of room for growth and ever-expanding job opportunities. We are committed to excellence Roper St. Francis Healthcare rewards exceptional performance and invests in supporting our staff. From nurses to technicians and administrative professionals, our employees share our commitment to putting patients first. We recruit and retain the most qualified workforce without regard to age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, handicap or disability. We offer generous employee benefits Roper St. Francis Healthcare offers an excellent benefits package for our full-time employees. We offer several options for health plans, a generous retirement plan, and educational opportunities to further your career.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination.
Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology.
Skill in English grammar and spelling.
Neat, legible handwriting.
Ability to file and maintain patient records, files and reports.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to use office equipment, such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals and printers.
Constant interaction with internal and external customers to include (but not limited to) patients, families, physicians, employees and visitors.
Frequent sitting, walking, standing, stooping, bending.
May require lifting or moving items up to 25 lbs.
Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity.
Constant talking or hearing.
Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
Minimal exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.
Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment.
Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, and/or irregular hours.
Ability to read and comprehend.

Nice To Haves

Previous secretarial experience desirable.
Current American (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) card preferred.

Responsibilities

assist the staff by performing clerical duties
maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner
acknowledge customers upon arrival to unit and to demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

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