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Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary:

Performs a variety of organizational, clerical and communication functions in support of the unit/department.

Responsibilities:

1. Performs receptionist duties for the unit.

2. Serves as a central communications source for unit activities.

3. Communicates with team members and other care providers regarding patient care activities.

4. Processes and transcribes physician and nursing orders, to include associated requisitions.

5. Performs charting duties relating to patient admissions, updates, transfers, discharges, and deaths.

6. Prepares, processes, or maintains records, reports, logs, forms, and other documents.

7. Maintains inventories and work areas and operates equipment.

8. Knows and applies safety and infection control procedures.

9. Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.

10. Performs miscellaneous duties, as needed, to support unit operations and the provision of care.

Other information:

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma

• If in a nursing department, incumbent will be required to take and pass a Medical Terminology course during their first year of employment

License/Certifications Requirements:

• BCLS certification (if working on a nursing unit)

• Other certifications may be required based on departmental requirements

Professional Experience Requirements:

• Strong working knowledge of medical terminology upon hire

• Secretarial experience in a health care environment

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: BTAR Administration

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.