Department Secretary - Emergency Department

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The responsibility of the Department Secretary is to support the daily operations for Department under the direction of the Director or Manager. Has the ability to prioritize work and have good personal communication skills. Maintains various databases and creates and updates forms as needed. Has the ability to use a personal computer to include Microsoft Word, Excel and various other software programs and aptitude for working with numbers and computer spreadsheets. Multitasks and set priorities in a busy office environment and work effectively and interact with all levels with minimum supervision in a team based environment. Be able to identify problems or potential problems on a going basis without supervision and to resolve problems on an ongoing basis or seek advice or assistance from other team members or supervisors. Has the ability to maintain confidentiality of work and to work independently.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience:

Two years of office/clerical experience is preferred.

One year of proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Certification/Licensure:

None.

Physical Requirements:

Administrative: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential function of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions: Repetitive movement of hands and fingers - typing and/or writing. Walking: moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, sometimes for long distances. Frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling or crouching. Reach with hands and arms. Frequent communications, verbal and written, and auditory acuity. Visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. Cope with mental, emotional stress associated with this position. Operate Office machines properly and in accordance with Hospital safety standards. Perform light lifting (up to 15 pounds). Ability to work within deadlines with frequent interruptions. Ability to work in accordance with Hospital Safety Standards.

Working Conditions:

Administrative: Works in a well-lighted/ventilated office setting. Subject to frequent interruptions. Willing to work beyond normal working hours when requested to do so. Minimal occupational exposure to infectious diseases, blood borne pathogens, hazardous chemicals, noxious odors, latex, or musculoskeletal injuries. May encounter patients, family members, co-workers, and visitors under all conditions, e.g. hostile and/or emotionally upset.

VHC Health™ has provided exceptional medical services to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for more than 75 years. A proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a national network of independent healthcare organizations, the Hospital prides itself on offering the latest technological advancements and medical practices. Virginia Hospital Center was recently designated a Newsweek 2020 Best Maternity Care Hospital, received a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and once again named a Leapfrog Top Hospital in 2019. Virginia Hospital Center is designated as a Magnet hospital® by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, is a 453-bed not-for-profit teaching facility offering comprehensive healthcare and multiple, independently recognized Centers of Excellence