Secretary- Ref Lab- FT- 1st Shift - Huntsville Hospital Health System

Job Summary 

Responsible for clerical aspects that provide for an effective and efficient flow of information to and from the department. Frequent telephone and computer operations are performed.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:

Education: 

High School diploma or GED required.  Associate degree from an accredited college preferred. 

Experience

Minimum of one-year experience as secretary or receptionist preferred, preferably in a hospital setting.

Additional Skills/Abilities

1. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.
2. Excellent communication skills with the ability to respond appropriately to customer complaints necessary.
3. Must be able to use computer, desktop publishing, word processing and spreadsheet applications, fax machine, copy machine and multi-line telephone.
4. Ability to use effective interpersonal relation skills when working with a variety of people and situations
5. Ability to type for administrative, technical, and procedure related purposes. Basic computer and keyboard skills required
6. Willingness to work with clinical personnel and other team members to foster a productive work environment.

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if  you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. 
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Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!

 Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

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• Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al