Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Unit Secretary - Oncology

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeFargo, ND, USA$15.50 - $23In-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least one year of experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Basic Life Support certification may be required depending on the department.

Responsibilities

Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries from patients, residents, outlying facilities, or providers about healthcare programs and services, or requests to transfer patients into a facility.
Depending on the department, support registered nurse or physician staff or receive and dispatch correspondence for the designated unit.
Assist with administrative tasks such as ordering supplies and scheduling.
Collaborate to create and maintain a clean environment within healthcare facilities.
Perform clerical services and tasks for a specific unit in a healthcare facility; primary duties and degree of direct patient contact vary by department.
Greet families and visitors to the oncology inpatient units and assist with preparing unit documents and additional clerical tasks.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)



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Compensation:

Salary Range: $15.50 - $23.00





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Department Details

Join the Oncology's Welcome Desk position!

We are seeking a warm, welcoming face to greet our families and visitors to the Oncology's inpatient units. This role provides support to our inpatient teams through assisting with preparing unit documents, and additional clerical tasks.

Shifts: Monday and Friday with Rotating Weekends: 6:30am-4:30pm

Summary

Performs clerical services and tasks for a specific unit in healthcare facilities.

Job Description

Answering phone calls and responding to inquiries from patients/residents, outlying facilities or providers about healthcare programs and services or request of transferring patients into a facility. Depending on the department, may provide support to RN or physician staff or receiving and dispatching correspondence for designated unit. Assisting with administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies and scheduling. Collaborating to create and maintain a clean environment within healthcare facilities. Depending on department, direct patient contact will vary. Primary duties will vary by department.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

At least one year experience in a healthcare setting and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

May require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification dependent upon department.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [email protected].

About the Company

Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Sanford Health is a large nonprofit health system that delivers hospital care, elder and post-acute services, and related health care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and senior care facilities across the Midwest. It operates by integrating multiple care settings into one system, supported by research and global health initiatives. Its model combines acute hospital care, long-term care, and post-acute services under a single organization, with a strong emphasis on philanthropy and mergers to expand reach and capabilities. The company differentiates itself through its breadth of services across the care continuum, extensive rural and regional presence, and a history of strategic mergers that create a full-spectrum care model rather than focusing on a single niche. Sanford Health’s goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible health care to communities, advance pediatric care and medical research, and extend health services through global clinics and partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.5M
Headquarters: Fargo, ND
Founded: 1894

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