Behavioral Health Unit Secretary: Patient Care Hub

Memorial Health; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Wellbeing support

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, GA is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Unit Secretary for the Behavioral Health Department. You will act as the central communications hub, coordinating between patients, providers, nurses, and the rest of the care team to keep operations running smoothly.

The role demands excellent organizational and clerical skills, attention to confidentiality, and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Healthcare clerical or unit secretary experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Strong computer, data entry, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional customer service and communication abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary administrative and communication resource for the behavioral health unit.
• Answer and route phone calls, messages, and patient inquiries.
• Maintain and organize patient records, charts, and unit documentation.
• Process admissions, transfers, and discharge paperwork.
• Enter physician orders and coordinate communication among care team members.
• Schedule appointments, tests, and consultations as needed.
• Monitor unit supplies and assist with ordering and inventory management.
• Welcome patients, families, and visitors while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Support nursing and clinical staff with clerical and administrative duties.

Skills

Communication

Data entry

Organizational skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Medical records software

Job description

Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, GA is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Unit Secretary for the Behavioral Health Department. You will act as the central communications hub, coordinating between patients, providers, nurses, and the rest of the care team to keep operations running smoothly.

The role demands excellent organizational and clerical skills, attention to confidentiality, and a compassionate approach to patient care.