UNIT SECRETARY - Radiology

Del Sol Medical Center is the only full service, acute care hospital in East EL Paso. We provide comprehensive service, with 342 beds, 500 physicians and a staff of 1,325. Del Sol Medical Center has seven ancillary facilities that provide specialized care.Job Type: Full TimeDepartment: ImagingCatetgory: Office / ClericalSalary: HourlyBenefits: Full BenefitsJob Description:POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs clerical duties pertaining to the efficient record keeping of the department as well as other related duties as needed. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas of procedures as required.
Recognizes the purpose of employment is to prioritize the patient as number one and put forth the utmost quality as a clerk.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1.Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of area assigned to.
2.Responsible for prompt processing of exams done outside the hospital (MRI, CRC).
3.Checks Imaging films in/out by the use of Meditech system.
4.Keeps patient x-ray files updated.
5.Charting of Imaging reports in patient’s medical chart.
6.Delivering of Imaging reports to Medical records office.
7.Ensures the Imaging films are filed properly and in a timely manner.
8.Files patient jackets in proper areas both before & after filing reports in jackets, checking for correct month, day & year.
9.Ensures proper labeling on jackets.
10.Teaches and orients all new Imaging employees and students to the computer and file room system.
11.Demonstrates Customer Service/Service Plus principles and behaviors appropriately.
12.Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIRED AND/OR PREFERRED: (list required and preferred separately)
High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: (list required and preferred separately)
Current BCLS certification preferred.EXPERIENCE REQUIRED OR PREFERRED: (list required and preferred separately)
Basic typing and computer skills; knowledge of medical terminology; one-year clerical experience, preferable medical, and/or equivalent applicable experience preferred. Some healthcare experience preferred.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to understand and follow quickly and accurately brief oral and written instructions.
Ability to organize and complete work in an accurate and timely manner.
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.