Job Title: PD Unit Secretary

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: OB Support Center

Req #: 0000225040

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $17.26 - $17.26 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Accurately processes medical records according to assigned job procedures with attention to ensuring the following information is correct: patient name, medical record, admission and discharge dates. Accurately files and retrieves medical records according to policy and procedure. Maintains assigned file areas in the correct alphabetical, date or terminal digit order. Demonstrates a complete knowledge of and acts appropriately regarding the following aspects of the departmental confidentiality policy: medical records do not leave the hospital except in response to a subpoena or court order, confidential information is not discussed outside the department, all requests for medical information must be made in writing with the appropriate patient authorization and the medical records must be furnished within 30 days of the request, medical records should not be given to patient care departments other than for treatment of a patient, insurance companies may only be given dates over the telephone, information may only be released over the telephone to a physician or other hospital in an emergency situation after verification of the requestor.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to fulfill the physical demands of the job
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

• Six months experience in a hospital setting preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Day/ Flexible/ As needed

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates complete knowledge of the computer,
• Accesses and utilizes the available computerized information to complete job responsibilities in the most effective and efficient manner possible
• Accurately inputs data into the computer following the proper procedures
• Performs assigned duties efficiently and within the time frames specified
• Maintains a consistent level of productivity, based upon the minimum standards of the job function
• Uses work time efficiently
• Performs assigned duties efficiently and within the time frames specified
• Maintains a consistent level of productivity, based upon the minimum standards of the job function
• Uses work time efficiently

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.