Cardiac Stepdown Unit Secretary - Patient Care & Admin

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Birmingham, AL seeks a Unit Secretary to support patient care teams and serve as unit receptionist. You will maintain a clean, organized environment, enter orders, manage records, and assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

The role requires basic medical terminology knowledge, attention to detail, and strong communication. 0–2 years of receptionist/secretarial experience is preferred. BCLS certification may be required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Adept at learning new technologies to perform data entry, manage calendars, and create reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other office software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information per HIPAA guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enter orders into the computer system accurately with minimal shortages.
• Answer phones, manage patient records, schedule appointments, and document in EMR.
• Maintain patient charts and ensure labs, consults, and reports are retrieved promptly.
• Follow procedures, notify physicians, and assist with labs and patient lists.
• Prioritize tasks and handle STAT orders and urgent needs immediately.

Skills

Data entry

Communication skills

Confidentiality

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Unit Secretary course or Medical Terminology course preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Birmingham, AL seeks a Unit Secretary to support patient care teams and serve as unit receptionist. You will maintain a clean, organized environment, enter orders, manage records, and assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

The role requires basic medical terminology knowledge, attention to detail, and strong communication. 0–2 years of receptionist/secretarial experience is preferred. BCLS certification may be required within 30 days of hire.