ED Unit Support Technician (Night Shifts)

IU Health; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health in Bedford Park seeks a Unit Secretary who provides direct patient care support and essential clerical duties on the unit. Under the direction of a Clinical Nurse, you will assist with patient flow, schedule tests, maintain records, and ensure a clean, organized environment for patients, families, and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR possibly, and knowledge of medical terminology, infection control, and basic computer skills to document care and communicate

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of infection control principles is required.
• Basic computer skills are required to document patient information.
• CPR may be required to complete Unit Secretary training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care support under a nurse direction.
• Perform unit secretary duties and assist the patient care team.
• Maintain clean, orderly environment and assist with scheduling tests/procedures.
• Assist with signing in/out patients and handling equipment and supplies.
• Provide information and directions to physicians, patients and families.

Skills

Medical terminology

Infection control

Basic computer skills

CPR certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

IU Health in Bedford Park seeks a Unit Secretary who provides direct patient care support and essential clerical duties on the unit. Under the direction of a Clinical Nurse, you will assist with patient flow, schedule tests, maintain records, and ensure a clean, organized environment for patients, families, and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR possibly, and knowledge of medical terminology, infection control, and basic computer skills to document care and communicate