Patient Care Secretary

Job Details: Job Location: Fort Worth

• FORT WORTH, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Primary responsibility is to facilitate the communications functions of the business office and provide clerical support.

Essential Functions

Facilitates the communications system which may include: mail distribution, pagers, phone system, memos, answers incoming calls, documents, and disseminates appropriate messages. Provides clerical support which may include preparation of admission, orientation, and new hire packets; monitoring and ordering office supplies and forms; typing, special projects, filing, and copying.

Competently handle multi-line phone system. Demonstrates understanding of system features. Promotes the Hospice philosophy and mission by presenting a positive image to patients, families, physicians, and community agencies. Uses effective customer service skills when directing calls and assisting others. Provides computer support and data entry.

Promotes effective communication to patient, families, team members, and other health care professionals, and maintains confidentiality. Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education

High School Graduate (College preferred). Experience: One (1) year general office experience. Skills: Excellent computer skills required; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Excellent phone skills. Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.