Compassionate Unit Secretary | Patient Care Support

Encompass Health; Fitchburg (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Stock purchase plan

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit with essential clerical tasks, ensuring smooth patient care in a community-focused environment. You will maintain patient records, transcribe orders, and act as a helpful resource for patients, families, and staff.

The role emphasizes coordination, timely scheduling, and effective communication within a busy inpatient setting, contributing to safe, high-quality care and a welcoming patient experience.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with medical terminology and transcription of orders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping.
• Excellent communication and patient-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate patient records using appropriate labeling.
• Transcribe medical orders accurately and distribute to relevant disciplines.
• Serve as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff and visitors at the nursing station.
• Coordinate unit operations to support safe, efficient patient care.
• Schedule tests, appointments, and transportation as needed.
• Act as a liaison for inquiries and direct them to the right person.

Skills

Medical terminology

Transcription

Customer service

Education

Healthcare program enrollment

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit with essential clerical tasks, ensuring smooth patient care in a community-focused environment. You will maintain patient records, transcribe orders, and act as a helpful resource for patients, families, and staff.

The role emphasizes coordination, timely scheduling, and effective communication within a busy inpatient setting, contributing to safe, high-quality care and a welcoming patient experience.