Emergency Unit Secretary: Fast-Paced Admin & Patient Care

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Healthcare seeks a Unit Secretary to support daily hospital operations, providing administrative assistance to the clinical staff, coordinating patient flow, and maintaining EMR records with HIPAA compliance. This role fosters clear communication among the care team and patients.

You will answer phones, schedule appointments, coordinate admissions and discharges, update patient information, and assist with unit meetings and quality initiatives to promote a smooth, patient-centered

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a medical secretary or healthcare administration program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the unit, including phones, scheduling, and patient records.
• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges and maintain EMR confidentiality.
• Serve as primary contact for patients, families, and visitors.
• Assist with unit communications, patient flow, and quality improvement activities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a medical secretary or healthcare administration program

Job description

Riverside Healthcare seeks a Unit Secretary to support daily hospital operations, providing administrative assistance to the clinical staff, coordinating patient flow, and maintaining EMR records with HIPAA compliance. This role fosters clear communication among the care team and patients.

You will answer phones, schedule appointments, coordinate admissions and discharges, update patient information, and assist with unit meetings and quality initiatives to promote a smooth, patient-centered