ABOUT CAMPBELL COUNTY HEALTH
Campbell County Health (CCH) is more than just a hospital—we are a comprehensive healthcare system serving northeast Wyoming. Our organization includes Campbell County Memorial Hospital, a 90-bed acute care community hospital in Gillette; Campbell County Medical Group, featuring nearly 20 specialty and primary care clinics—including locations in Wright and Hulett; and The Legacy Living & Rehabilitation Center, a long-term care facility.
To be responsive to our employee’s needs we offer:
Generous PTO accrual (increases with tenure)
Paid sick leave days
Medical/Dental/Vision
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Savings Account
403(b) with employer match
Early Childhood Center, discounted on-site childcare
And more! Click here to learn more about our full benefits package
JOB SUMMARY
The Department Secretary serves as a key support role within the Emergency Department, providing administrative and clerical assistance to ensure efficient unit operations. This position is often the first point of contact and is responsible for delivering excellent customer service while supporting communication among patients, families, physicians, and staff. Key responsibilities include maintaining and organizing patient medical records, coordinating tests and procedures with internal and external departments, and preparing reports as needed. The Department Secretary serves as a central resource for patient information and supports communication between physicians, nursing staff, patients, and families.
A current Wyoming CNA license is required or must be obtained.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Monitors electronic patient dashboard, ensuring all orders are crossing to Meditech.
Functions as a central communication source for the department, ancillary departments, patients, patients’ family physician, and external sources.
Maintains ability to enter orders into Meditech.
During downtime: transcribes and processes physician orders.
Assists with completion of admission and discharge process, and maintenance of record for duration of stay.
Enters orders in computer when appropriate and obtains results for staff and physicians.
Encourages cost savings for the department and organization.
Provides excellent customer service, demonstrates professionalism and courteous telephone etiquette.
Perform 1:1 observation for suicidal patients
Demonstrates flexibility, positive interpersonal relations in high volume, high traffic, and fast paced work environment.
Demonstrates efficient time management and prioritization skills
Must be free from governmental sanctions involving health care and/or financial practices.
Complies with the hospital’s Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned. This list is non-exhaustive.
Education
High school diploma or GED required.
Experience
Previous clerical or unit secretary experience preferred
CNA experience preferred
Certifications required
Current Wyoming CNA certification
Campbell County Health includes Campbell County Memorial Hospital, a 90-bed acute care, community hospital; Campbell County Medical Group with nearly 20 clinics; The Legacy Living & Rehabilitation Center long-term care center and the Powder River Surgery Center. We are certified as an Area Trauma Hospital by the State of Wyoming. Almost 80 physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners in over 20 specialties are committed to your wellbeing right here at home. If you haven’t visited us lately, we urge you to get to know us again. Our physicians, nurses and staff are committed to giving you the very best experience possible.
Campbell County Health (CCH) has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR ACTION Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2017. CCH is one of only 105 health care organizations nationwide to receive the honor.
Campbell County Health's Emergency Medical Services department earned the 2016 American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Bronze Level Recognition Award for implementing improved measures for treating patients who experience severe heart attacks. Every year, more than 250,000 people experience a ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), a type of heart attack caused by a complete blockage of blood flow to the heart that requires timely treatment. The EMS recognition program recognizes emergency responders for their efforts in improving STEMI systems of care and improving the quality of life for these patients.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released their first HCAHPS Star Rating for hospitals in July for the period October 1, 2014-September 30, 2015. The Star ratings were developed to provide consumers an easy way to compare hospitals and spotlight excellence in healthcare quality. Campbell County Memorial Hospital achieved 4 stars out of 5 for inpatient experience. Overall, CCMH received a 3-star ranking, which reflects quality of care and patient experience together.
Campbell County Health’s Campbell County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) was named one of the Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals in the country in 2017. The Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals, including CCMH, scored best among Prospective Payment System hospitals on iVantage Health Analytics’ Hospital Strength Index™. The rankings were recently announced by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA).