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Medical Secretary - Recovery Room

Winona Health

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#Phreesia
#Medical Secretary
#PAA
Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$17 - $22 / HOURPosted 8 days ago

Location

Winona, Minnesota

Salary

$17 - $22 / HOUR

Quick overview

Perform secretarial and clerical duties for the Pre-Anesthesia Area and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit to support nursing staff and providers. Responsibilities include coordinating surgery schedules, preparing surgical documentation, and managing patient flow and supplies.

Requirements summary

Requires completion of a Medical Secretary Program, knowledge of medical terminology, and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office. Previous experience as a medical secretary and a current BLS certification are preferred.

professional certificateTime ManagementProblem SolvingBLS CertificationMedical TerminologySupply ManagementMicrosoft ExcelProfessional CommunicationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookClerical DutiesMicrosoft PowerPointPatient CoordinationCernerMedical SchedulingPatient Database ManagementPhreesia

Job description

Medical Secretary Recovery Room 1.0 FTE, 80 Hours a Pay Period Day Shift, Hours between 6:30 am – 3 pm or 8 am - 4:30 pm Weekends: No Holidays: No Telecommute Available: No

Position Overview

The Pre-Anesthesia Area/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PAA/PACU) Medical Secretary is a non-licensed health care worker who assists professional nursing caregivers and providers by performing secretarial duties for the PAA/PACU area. The duties of the Medical Secretary include general clerical duties, maintaining an orderly and clean environment, and direct patient care responsibilities as delegated by the professional caregivers.

Essential

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Coordinates surgery schedule daily, manages the updates accordingly.
  • Schedules surgical cases after consulting with the charge nurse and anesthesia staff and communicates special needs to the charge nurse.
  • Prepares the appropriate documents necessary (i.e. informed consent, surgical checklists) for professional nursing staff and providers.
  • Assists patients in making follow-up appointments for post procedure care as needed.
  • Facilitates quality improvement activities for the Surgery, Anesthesia, and other departments as requested.
  • Manages time and attendance for OR and surgery patients to enhance Anesthesia flow.
  • Orders and maintains supplies and forms for the surgical services department.
  • Maintains professional behavior and uses effective communication when dealing with all external and internal customers.
  • Manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously.
  • Maintains patient information databases (Cerner, Phreesia, etc.).
  • Problem solves and suggests solutions to enhance team function.
  • Attends mandatory staff meetings and completes mandatory educational requirements of Winona Health caregivers.
  • Understands, supports, and integrates into one’s position the organization’s mission/vision/values.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No direct reports

Skills and Experience

Required

Benefits

  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • Short-term Disability
  • Long-term Disability
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Mental Health Support
  • Wellness Incentives
  • Scholarships
  • Legal Assistance
  • Employer Contributions
  • Earned Sick Time
  • Identity Protection Plans
  • Sponsored Seminars

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Winona Health

An independent, not-for-profit healthcare system, Winona Health is nationally recognized for being technologically advanced in delivering personalized, high-quality care. Founded in 1894, Winona Health is a testament to the community’s longstanding commitment to keeping...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQWinona, MN
Founded1894
380,000+ live roles17,000+ active employers✦ 40+ posted in 24hCalifornia market · 30,381 jobsTexas market · 27,261 jobsFlorida market · 22,378 jobsPennsylvania market · 19,157 jobsCalifornia jobs · 30,381Texas jobs · 27,261Florida jobs · 22,378Pennsylvania jobs · 19,157Healthcare · 187,132 jobsPatient Care · 162,597 jobsBLS · 75,830 jobsRegistered Nurse · 68,498 jobsACLS · 33,258 jobsCPR · 33,179 jobs380,000+ live roles17,000+ active employers✦ 40+ posted in 24hCalifornia market · 30,381 jobsTexas market · 27,261 jobsFlorida market · 22,378 jobsPennsylvania market · 19,157 jobs
  • Completion of a Medical Secretary Program
  • Basic
  • Computer
  • Skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Preferred

  • Previous Medical Secretary Experience
  • Current BLS Certification

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

Health Insurance

  • Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
  • Income
  • Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
  • Retirement
  • Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
  • Work/Life
  • Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
  • Education &
  • Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
  • Employee
  • Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy

  • It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
  • Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal.
  • Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position.
  • Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer.
  • The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions.
  • Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion.
  • Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

California jobs · 30,381
Texas jobs · 27,261
Florida jobs · 22,378
Pennsylvania jobs · 19,157
Healthcare · 187,132 jobs
Patient Care · 162,597 jobs
BLS · 75,830 jobs
Registered Nurse · 68,498 jobs
ACLS · 33,258 jobs
CPR · 33,179 jobs

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