Patient Care Secretary
Company: VITAS
Location: Torrance
Posted on: June 19, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionThe Patient Care Secretary is a skilled
secretarial person whose job is to support the work of the Team
Manager and who is generally responsible for accomplishing all
patient care related clerical procedures. Screens telephone calls
for Team Manager. Facilitates communication between pa
-tients/families and other team members, including volunteers.
Takes and keeps daily schedule for all team members. Attends weekly
team meetings. Prepares agenda for team meeting. - Follows through
on assignments given by the Team Manager. Establishes, maintains,
and closes patient charts in an orderly fashion. This may include
but is not limited to the mailing of and follow-up on all required
documentation such as Plans-Of-Care, Attending Physician
Authorization forms and Medical Information Request forms. Provides
back-up documentation to Billing Department routinely and as
requested. Orders D.M.E. and maintains record of dates ordered and
picked-up. Enters patient care and volunteer data into Vx and event
tracking. Communicates with staff and outside agencies as directed
by Team Manager. When the program utilizes part time staff, the PCS
will maintain a list of all part-time staff jointly with other
patient care secretaries. Contacts and schedules part-time staff at
the direction of Team Manager. Jointly with other patient care
secretaries, orders supplies and documentation forms used by the
team. Does routine correspondence for Team Manager and other
members of the team. Sorts and processes all patient care mail
jointly with other patient care secretaries. Maintains A.D.T. and
checks census daily for accuracy. In programs that have more than
one patient care secretary, they will cover for each other for
lunch, for team meetings, and for other short intervals of absence.
Handles other tasks as assigned by the Team Manager. QUALIFICATIONS
Three years prior work experience preferred. Good typing skills.
Computer literate. Able to handle multiple tasks. Excellent
communication skills Good telephone skills EDUCATION High school
graduate or equivalent required. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
EOE/AA M/F/D/V About Us VITAS - Healthcare is the nation's leading
provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise
to support your personal and professional growth. -As a member of
the VITAS team, you'll find fulfillment working for a
people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the
lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will
be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team
member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice
mission. All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and
responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism,
collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth
and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and
position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and
leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard-find
your purpose at VITAS today. Benefits Include: - Competitive
compensation -- Health, dental, vision, life and disability
insurance- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending
accounts- Life insurance- 401(k) plan with numerous investment
options and generous company match- Cancer and/or critical illness
benefit- Tuition Reimbursement- Paid Time Off- Employee Assistance
Program- Legal Insurance- Roadside Assistance- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work -day or night
shifts, weekdays or weekends. Choose a Career with VITAS
Keywords: VITAS, Torrance , Patient Care Secretary, Administration, Clerical , Torrance, California
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