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This position must be able to communicate appropriately and work closely with other staff and co-workers.\n\nFLSA STATUSNon-exempt\nQUALIFICATIONS\nEDUCATION\n High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) \nEXPERIENCE\n Previous clerical experience preferred \nLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS\nRequired\nDL - Driver License - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV \nSKILLS AND ABILITIES\nDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations \nSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security \nAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles \nPractices universal precautions at all times. Demonstrates a working knowledge of isolation, infection control and safety procedures \nAbility to build and sustain interpersonal relationships \nAbility to maneuver in small spaces \nAbility to maintain departmental records in a timely manner \nAbility to use PC, copy machine, fax machine, cash register and learn operation of mail machine \nAbility to read and interpret written instructions, signs and maps \nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nPEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nCommunicates clearly, professionally, positively and effectively with staff and coworkers in a courteous, friendly and helpful manner. Receives and screens telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner and handles general inquiries. Takes complete messages with accurate date, time, name, number and information which includes determining the nature of each call and prioritizing. \nInteracts positively and effectively with internal and external customers. Promotes a positive image of the department and Hospital through verbal and non-verbal communication with all persons and complies with personal appearance guidelines. \nMakes appropriate customer service decisions with problem-solving, setting and communicating delays. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability. \nSERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nPrepares mail for delivery throughout Houston Methodist. Follows up on action items to ensure completion of assignments. \nPerforms a variety of administrative tasks and duties specific to department, which may include preparing documents, accessing information, etc. \nHolds accountability for ensuring accuracy and completeness through attention to detail. Maintains department record systems to uphold accurate files. \nContributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction/experience through peer-to-peer accountability and providing timely mail deliveries/pick-ups. \nQUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nWeighs and rates mail accurately. \nPerform deliveries in a timely manner, accurately and efficiently. \nParticipates in performance improvement activities to support department/entity goals. Contributes towards improving department quality and safety scores through peer-to-peer accountability. \nFINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nUses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Maintains a well-stocked and organized work area. Assists with routine equipment troubleshooting such as paper jams, ink cartridge replacement, etc. \nSelf-motivated to meet the standards of the Houston Methodist attendance policy, independently managing time effectively and prioritizing daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Meets labor productivity standards by effectively managing established daily responsibilities and assignments. \nGROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nOffers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and activities. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis, including the development of advanced skills. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. \nSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS\n WORK ATTIREUniform: Yes \nScrubs: No \nBusiness professional: No \nOther (department approved): No \nON-CALL*\n*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. 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Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. 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