Clinical Unit Secretary — Patient Care & Records

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a dedicated Unit Secretary to support a designated unit by handling secretarial duties, maintaining the medical record, and assisting with direct patient care tasks.

You will document vital signs and treatments, transcribe orders, manage admissions/discharges, and communicate clearly with patients, families, and the health care team. High school diploma and 1 year related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• 1 year of patient care and/or administrative experience preferred.
• Preferred: unit secretary program completion or prior unit secretary experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimens, and treatments.
• Transcribes orders per policies with nurse approval; seeks clarification when needed.
• Performs admission/transfer/discharge clerical duties and records maintenance.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians and healthcare team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Clerical tasks

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a dedicated Unit Secretary to support a designated unit by handling secretarial duties, maintaining the medical record, and assisting with direct patient care tasks.

You will document vital signs and treatments, transcribe orders, manage admissions/discharges, and communicate clearly with patients, families, and the health care team. High school diploma and 1 year related experience preferred.