Ward Secretary

Role & responsibilities

• Unit secretaries admit patients and administer and maintain patient records.
• Unit secretaries may also be responsible for typing up discharge instructions for a patient.
• They perform clerical duties to maintain an organized healthcare office and allow medical staff to focus on patient care.
• Break down medical charts for record keeping and coordinate billing.
• Ward secretaries keep track of patient transfer records.
• To make ward rounds for all the inpatients
• Coordinate with various departments and ensure proper services and supplies for the unit.
• Maintain discharge summary reports for all patients and maintain records of all patients
• Monitor all emergency calls and evacuate facilities when required.
• Provide support to health care staff and ensure appropriate maintenance of the patient care unit.
• Need to take care of all other work that is assigned by the HOD.
• To mark cross-references for all inpatients

Reporting to the Head of the Department.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma, UG or PG, or an associate degree.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Formal qualification in office administration, secretarial work, or related training.
• The ability to type from dictation.
• Proficiency in office software such as MS Word, Excel, and Google Docs.
• Experience in answering and screening calls, as well as scheduling appointments.
• Patience and good listening skills.