Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Unit Secretary, Cardiac Telemetry in Elizabeth, New Jersey
Unit Secretary, Cardiac TelemetryReq #:0000164595
Category:Clerical / Administrative Support
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Evening
Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department:Cardiac Telemetry 2300/2W
Location:
WILLIAMSON STREET, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Job Overview:
The Cardiac Unit is a 38-bed unit. This team-oriented unit provides a wide variety of medical-surgical and diagnostic services to a diverse cardiac population, i.e. congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, respiratory compromise and arrhythmia.
Qualifications:
Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalency
Some experience such as doctor's office work or related to customer service experience
Preferred:
- Some knowledge of medical terminology preferred
Scheduling Requirements:
Shift- 3:00pm 11:30pm
Monday Friday with every other weekend and holidays
Full Time
Essential Functions:
Refers questions regarding patient status to appropriate persons.
Communicates any schedule changes to the Nurse Manager and Director of Anesthesia
Answers the telephone and refers calls to appropriate persons
Takes and relays messages accurately.
Answers the intercom and relays messages accurately to appropriate persons
Prepares the final schedule in advance and assigns cases to the appropriate room considering special equipment requirements
Updates computer data with new or additional information
Coordinates pre -admission testing by scheduling ordered diagnostic tests and required lab work
Assumes secretarial responsibilities as needed
Responds in a timely manner to all offices and schedule inquiries
Enters all lab and transmittal orders needed for the department.
Order all paper and office supplies thru hospital designated company for the department
Manages daily screening and PPE protocol for all personnel who enter into the restricted area
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer