Proven achiever with extensive experience at Memorial Regional Hospital South, where I enhanced patient satisfaction and streamlined unit operations. Skilled in patient records maintenance and adept at fostering interdepartmental relationships, I consistently improved workflow efficiency and upheld patient confidentiality, demonstrating a detail-oriented and collaborative approach to healthcare administration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Secretary
Memorial Regional Hospital South
08.1992 - 08.2002
Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
Assisted with the training and onboarding of new unit secretaries, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure their success in the role.
Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
Improved unit workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and collaborating with team members to complete assignments in a timely manner.
Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients'' families, keeping everyone informed on treatment plans and progress updates.
Consistently met deadlines for completing administrative tasks while managing competing priorities during high-pressure situations on the unit floor.
Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work hours to meet fluctuating demands of the unit, ensuring coverage during both peak times and staff shortages.
Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Ensured accuracy of medical documentation by meticulously transcribing physician orders and verifying information with nursing staff as needed.
Served as a liaison between the unit secretary team and other departments within the hospital, fostering strong working relationships that benefited overall facility function.
Upheld a high standard of patient service by addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely, empathetic manner.
Streamlined unit operations by maintaining an organized filing system for easy access to patient information.
Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
Boosted staff morale through clear communication, professionalism, and collaboration in daily activities across various roles within hospital settings.
Facilitated smooth discharge processes for patients, providing necessary documentation and instructions for follow-up care as directed by physicians or nurses.
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