Job Summary:
Performs a variety of administrative/clerical duties in support of assigned department.
Job Responsibilities:
Greets patients and visitors, answers/screens/routes telephone calls, files, and, distributes mail.
Completes routine and detailed work assignments.
Communicates with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members about patient care.
Types various reports and documents for unit staff; photocopies and distributes and/or files as is necessary.
Transcribes and enters physicians' orders subject to the approval of a licensed nurse; asks for clarification when necessary.
Assists with processing patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Assembles and maintains patient records and charts.
Schedules and coordinates meetings, conferences, special events, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Maintains assigned calendar(s).
Establishes and maintains filing systems.
Orders and stocks supplies.
Skills and Attributes:
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Works under direct supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Learning and applies knowledge at a basic level relying heavily on senior staff for troubleshooting.
Position Requirements:
Work Experience
No experience required
Education
High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire
Licensure/Certification/Registration
No licensure/certification/registration required
Organizational Responsibilities:
Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.
Additional Job Information:
This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.
Standard ADA Settings:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: (Office Environment)
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Sitting: Frequently
Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Rarely
Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Climbing: Rarely
Bending/Stooping: Rarely
Kneeling: Rarely
Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
Reaching: Occasionally
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Frequently
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Rarely
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:
Risk Level: No-Risk
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED required upon hire
- No prior experience required
- Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment
- Ability to work under direct supervision
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge at a basic level, relying on senior staff for troubleshooting
What We Do
Owensboro Health is a community-focused, non-profit healthcare system dedicated to healing the sick and improving the health of communities in Kentucky and Indiana. The integrated system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital, a medical group of over 200 providers, the Healthpark medical fitness center, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.
