ED Unit Secretary: Fast-Paced Patient Care Support

ScionHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, part of ScionHealth, seeks a Unit Secretary to support nursing staff and maintain smooth unit operations in Columbus, GA. You will handle administrative tasks, patient care support, and communications to ensure safe, efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities include admissions/discharges, chart maintenance, supply management, and adherence to infection control practices, under RN supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within facility policy timeframe.
• Experience in hospital or patient care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients, visitors, and staff.
• Answer, screen, and route telephone calls; page as necessary.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Maintain and update patient charts and medical records.
• Order, stock, and organize unit supplies and equipment.
• Provide supportive care under nursing supervision.
• Transport patients and specimens within the hospital.
• Assist with patient room setup and turnover, including cleaning and linen changes.
• Help with patient identification and unit orientation.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Legible writing

Infection control

EHR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, part of ScionHealth, seeks a Unit Secretary to support nursing staff and maintain smooth unit operations in Columbus, GA. You will handle administrative tasks, patient care support, and communications to ensure safe, efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities include admissions/discharges, chart maintenance, supply management, and adherence to infection control practices, under RN supervision.