Emergency Unit Secretary – Critical Admin & Communications

Talentify; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Resurrection Medical Center is seeking an Unit Secretary for the Emergency Unit in Chicago. The role supports nursing staff by transcribing orders and preparing patient records, and by coordinating unit communications.

A high school diploma and basic certifications are required, with promotion of timely, accurate charting and supply management. The position involves a 12-hour shift pattern, variable scheduling, and active collaboration with hospital teams on patient care processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification (ARC or AHA) within 30 days and maintain current.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Previous experience in an acute care setting or physician’s practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates the communication needs of the department and transcribes physician orders from records with nursing staff signature.
• Prepares and compiles records on the Emergency Room and patient charts daily.
• Orders supplies for the unit and supports nursing staff with indirect patient care.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Acute care experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Resurrection Medical Center is seeking an Unit Secretary for the Emergency Unit in Chicago. The role supports nursing staff by transcribing orders and preparing patient records, and by coordinating unit communications.

A high school diploma and basic certifications are required, with promotion of timely, accurate charting and supply management. The position involves a 12-hour shift pattern, variable scheduling, and active collaboration with hospital teams on patient care processes.