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Valley Medical Center Unit Secretary/Monitor Tech in Renton, Washington
At Valley, we serve a critical role in helping maintain and improve the health of our community. We share common core values such as compassion, respect, trust and teamwork. And we have an honest passion for helping others, patients and staff alike. If this excites and motivates you, consider joining our team!
When you join Valley, you join a remarkable and motivated team dedicated to caring for our community and each other. From the operating room to the board room and all of the departments and clinics in between, we are committed, capable and eager to share our expertise and passion for helping others.
Patient Care Services
The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.
*TITLE: *Unit Secretary/Monitor Tech
JOB OVERVIEW: The Unit Secretary/Monitor Tech is responsible for monitoring patients and responding to readings outside of normal range in addition to clerical and receptionist duties on the unit.
AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: Patient Care Services
HOURS OF WORK: Variable
*RESPONSIBLE TO: *Unit Manager, Administrative Supervisor, and/or Charge Nurse
PREREQUISITES:
One year of acute hospital experience required.
Familiarity with medical terminology.
Able to organize and work independently.
Able to multi-task and manage multiple responsibilities.
Evidence of good communication skills, both oral and written, including ability to spell accurately and write legibly.
Evidence of typing/basic computer experience.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Capable of comprehending, executing, and acting within scope of practice.
Demonstrates excellence in communication skills and customer service.
Dress professionally and follow VMC uniform standards.
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in a diverse population.
Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness.
Able to react calmly in a code situation.
UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
See Generic Job Description for Administrative Partner.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Administrative Partner.
Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:
Communication
Demonstrates effective telephone etiquette.
Demonstrates effective communication with the medical staff and other departments.
Communicates knowledge of patient preferences to direct care providers.
Greets and assists visitors as they arrive to department.
Safety
Recognizes and responds appropriately to all emergency codes.
Answers intercom and triages calls so that patient needs can be met in a timely fashion.
Adheres to infection control standards.
Participates in emergency and disaster plans/drills.
Demonstrates ability to use patient care technology (MobileView, Emergin, Right Fax).
Completes all required annual education in a timely manner.
Monitor Tech
Recognizes and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
Demonstrates understanding and profici
