Compassionate Unit Secretary & Patient Care Support

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is recruiting for Unit Secretary roles across several specialties to support patient care and administrative operations. The positions emphasize relationship-based care, accurate transcription, and timely communication with nursing staff and providers.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, familiarity with medical terminology, and a strong service orientation. Hospital experience is preferred, and certification for unit coordination may be required

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Hospital and/or acute care experience.
• Licenses and Certifications: (CHUC) Cert Health Unit Coordinator may be required by unit or care standards.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong service orientation and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintains high level of service for both internal and external customers.
• Answers phone and ensures patient requests are disseminated to nursing staff as appropriate.
• Transcribes orders accurately and promptly.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of medical terminology and legibly records required data.
• Coordinates scheduling of tests and procedures with appropriate departments.
• Keeps unit stocked with supplies and coordinates repairs of equipment.
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians, and staff; relays information accurately.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High School Diploma Or equivalent

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is recruiting for Unit Secretary roles across several specialties to support patient care and administrative operations. The positions emphasize relationship-based care, accurate transcription, and timely communication with nursing staff and providers.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, familiarity with medical terminology, and a strong service orientation. Hospital experience is preferred, and certification for unit coordination may be required