Business Assistant - ED, Critical and Intermediate Care Units - Full time 8hr - Days - Washington Hospital

Please note that this position will support the ED, Critical, and Intermediate Care units. 

Summary of Duties: The Business Assistant performs and provides non-clinical business support functions including, but not limited to, scheduling, staffing, timecard management, and reporting for the assigned department. Frequently accomplishes projects by using computer programs. Participates as a departmental representative as assigned.

Educational Requirements: High school graduate or equivalent required. Associate degree or higher in business or computer systems, preferred. 

Licensure/Certification Requirements: AHA BLS required. 

Experience Requirements: Previous healthcare experience as secretary, unit clerk, account representative, or executive assistant. Acute healthcare setting with knowledge of medical and surgical procedures and equipment.

Special Skills or Abilities: Good telephone communication skills. Staffing and scheduling skills. Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.  Emotional stamina to work in stressful environment.  Typing 30 wpm min preferred.  Competency in Microsoft Office applications.