Administrative Assistant -Washington, PA

Gateway has a wonderful opportunity for an Administrative Assistant in our Detox center located in Washington, PA.  Our Assistant will provide administrative and clerical support for the nursing Department.  This position receives regular supervision and instruction. 

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative and clerical support to the Director of Nursing, Nursing and Detox staff.
• Inventories, orders and stocks medical and office supplies for the Detox and nursing staff.   
• Performs data entry and clerical duties.
• Answers phones and transfers caller to appropriate staff person and responds to requests for information.
• Coordinates with clinical staff to ensure outside medical/psychiatric appointments are scheduled.
• Orients patients to Detox unit and assists with patient housekeeping needs.
• Assists patients in completing consents as needed.
• Attends mandatory GRC trainings and in-services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Strong computer skills required 

Requirements

High school diploma or GED 

Preferred Requirements

• Previous experience in a medical setting 

Other Requirements

• Pass PA Criminal Background Check
• Obtain Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting Clearances
• Pass Drug Screen
• TB Test 

Work Conditions

• Favorable working conditions.
• Minimal physical demands.
• Significant mental demands include establishing priorities, meeting deadlines, paying attention to detail, and managing multiple tasks at one time.

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