Administrative Assistant II - Preadmission Testing

Summary
Job Summary

Performs a variety of administrative/clerical duties in support of assigned department.
Job Responsibilities

• Greets patients and visitors, answers/screens/routes telephone calls, files, and distributes mail.
• Completes less routine and detailed work assignments.
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members about patient care.
• Produces and maintains various reports, surveys, and documents for unit staff; photocopies and distributes and/or files as necessary.
• Transcribes and enters physicians' orders subject to the approval of a licensed nurse; asks for clarification when necessary.
• Assists with processing patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Assembles and maintains patient records and charts.
• Processes internal and external requests from physicians' offices, nursing stations, and other departments.
• Performs duties of purchasing agent for the department through requisition entry, equipment inventory, and record keeping in accordance with budget guidelines.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings, conferences, special events, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Maintains assigned calendar(s).
• May assist with staff scheduling as directed.
• Maintains work area and related supplies and equipment.
• Assists with evaluating the office environment, revising procedures, improving efficiency of workflow, and initiating cost reduction programs.
• Performs patient placement duties for admissions and transfers in coordination with House Supervisor, UR nurse, and environmental services as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire
• A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience required
• No licensure/certification/registration required

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under general supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Frequently
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Never
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never
• Climbing: Rarely
• Bending/Stooping: Rarely
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Occasionally
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Never
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.