Clinical Unit Secretary – Patient Admissions & Admin

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

PCH Princeton Community Hospital is seeking an organized and detail-oriented clerical role to support patient admissions and discharge processes. The position focuses on greeting patients, preparing identification bands, coordinating transfers, and maintaining records within a busy department.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, one year of clerical experience, and familiarity with medical terminology. Strong communication and Microsoft Office skills are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or secretarial school.
• One year of administrative or clerical experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Greet and admit patients upon arrival to the department.
• Assist with delivering items to patient rooms and respond to requests.
• Process department mail and distribute appropriately.
• Communicate transfer information for inter-facility transfers.
• Maintain stock levels of office supplies and patient records.
• Schedule follow-up appointments as requested by physician.
• Arrange transportation for patients as necessary.
• Coordinate and maintain patient records for accurate documentation.
• Handle release of patient information following hospital policies.
• Coordinate intradepartmental and interdepartmental communications.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or secretarial school

Job description

PCH Princeton Community Hospital is seeking an organized and detail-oriented clerical role to support patient admissions and discharge processes. The position focuses on greeting patients, preparing identification bands, coordinating transfers, and maintaining records within a busy department.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, one year of clerical experience, and familiarity with medical terminology. Strong communication and Microsoft Office skills are essential for daily operations.