Clinical Unit Secretary - Geriatric Admin & Front Desk

DCH Health System; Fayette (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System in Alabama is seeking a clerical support professional to perform essential clerical functions for the clinical team. You will answer calls, greet visitors, and route information to the appropriate staff, while adhering to established standards and policies.

A positive, patient-centered attitude is required. The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and reliability in a hospital setting, with duties spanning electronic mail, attendance systems, and intranet tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Types at least 35 words per minute.
• Preferably has knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Computer skills required for general knowledge of facility computers.
• Demonstrates good communication skills for all population served.
• Positive attitude toward the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clerical functions of clinical team.
• Answers the telephone and gives information to callers or routes to the appropriate staff.
• Greets visitors, ascertains nature of business, provides information, or routes visitors to the appropriate person.
• Performs duties based upon established standards of practice for adults and geriatrics.
• Adheres to DCH policies and procedures and standards.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Medical terminology

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

DCH Health System in Alabama is seeking a clerical support professional to perform essential clerical functions for the clinical team. You will answer calls, greet visitors, and route information to the appropriate staff, while adhering to established standards and policies.

A positive, patient-centered attitude is required. The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and reliability in a hospital setting, with duties spanning electronic mail, attendance systems, and intranet tools.