Secretary

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary
Performs secretarial duties for an individual or department including scheduling, producing reports and presentations, minute taking, and drafting correspondence while maintaining the security of confidential files. Supports departmental committees and participates in special projects, as needed. Ensures services are delivered in an effective, efficient, and customer-oriented manner.

Job Duties

• Maintains calendars; schedules meetings, conferences and other functions in an efficient and timely manner.
• Receives and screens incoming telephone calls, determines the priority of these calls, and takes messages and/or action as required.
• Performs clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing, and faxing.
• Receives, sorts, and distributes daily mail/deliveries.
• Processes and tracks departmental invoices, bills and payments through accounts payable and corporate credit card if applicable.
• Manages the purchase of supplies and equipment for the office.
• Makes recommendations for changes and/or improvements in office systems, working conditions, equipment, and supplies.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year as a secretary or related administrative role.
• Ability to operate general office equipment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and similar applications.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday; 7:00a-3:30p

Department:

1004-09452 Case Management - CC