Job Information
Jewish Senior Home LWCC Unit Secretary in Rochester, New York
Description
Pay Range: $17.50-$19.32 (Pay information will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position)
Full Time Days
GENERAL SCOPE: Acts as a receptionist for the unit/cottage. Keeps medical records in order. Performs various clerical duties, which facilitate the smooth operation of the unit. Assists with obtaining residents’ vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry).
EDUCATION / QUALIFICATION: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be able to read and write English. Familiarity with medical terminology. Good organizational and interpersonal skills. Should be responsible, flexible and self-motivated.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Acts as unit receptionist.
Places and answers telephone calls.
Communicates with residents, their families and visitors.
Answers call bells and relays messages to nursing staff. Responds to requests in a timely manner. Looks for and acts on opportunities to assist others, especially to go above and beyond for residents and families.
Performs various clerical responsibilities.
Makes clinical and other resident appointments. Assists the medical provider with obtaining ordered appointments.
All other job duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE: One (1) year experience in a position with similar responsibilities. Working knowledge and use of computers and computer software. Typing accuracy necessary.
This description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of position scope.
Jewish Home is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
