Unit Secretary – Surgical Services

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Position Responsibilities

·       Answers and responds to patient request promptly by informing appropriate staff member of patient’s request and ensuring effective resolution.

·       Answers telephone before third ring and relays message to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.

·       Performs all secretarial duties in a timeframe consistent with hospital policies and within time allotted.

·       Maintains and uses appropriate records, admission and discharge sheets, SSA and specimen logs, assignment sheet.

·       Enters patient information accurately into computer in a timely manner.

·       Maintains Physician and patient call logs.

·       Maintains professionalism in greeting and directing visitors; effectively handling all deliveries and providing information in a competent manner.

·       Operates all equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and/or hospital policy and procedure and assures timely communication of needed repairs to the appropriate department.

·       Keeps nurse Director/Team leader and/or Charge Nurse updated regarding unit issues in a timely manner.

·       Peforms newly assigned duties upon completion of training and cooperates in floating while demonstrating positive attitude.

·       Submit ideas for improvements or changes needed to improve department operation.

·       Willingly participates in cross training in order to increase job knowledge and skills.

·       Assists in orientation of new nursing personnel as assigned by charge nurse, team leader or unit director.

·       Performs effectively during crisis or emergency situations, maintains availability, responds to stat and emergency requests and orders, removes unnecessary equipment and items obstructing patient access.

·       Prepares chart on each patient including patient test results, patient labeling of all chart materials and accurately inputting nursing orders into the computer system.

·       Keeps chart materials along with associated tabs in order at all times, adding necessary forms with patient’s name and medical record number as needed.

·       Transcribes physician orders under the supervision of a Registered Nurse alerting the charge/primary nurse to all stat orders or illegible writing and do not use abbreviations.

·       Enter specimens into computer in a timely manner, calls for SSA to transport specimen to lab.

·       Files printed patient records on chart in a timely manner.

·       Completes all non-computerized forms and requisitions legibly (cytology, blood blank, dietary, etc).

·       Maintains par level of forms, materials and supplies.

·       Promotes a professional environment and etiquette. Maintains patient confidentiality.

·       All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·       High School or GED equivalent plus medical terminology preferred

·       1-2 years of experience, preferably within healthcare

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

·       Health benefits

·       Life insurance

·       Long-term disability coverage

·       Healthcare spending accounts

·       Retirement plan

·       Paid time off

·       Pet Insurance

·       Tuition reimbursement

·       Employee assistance program

·       Wellness program

·       On-site housing for select positions and more!