Healthcare Unit Secretary & Scheduling Specialist

Banyan Treatment Center; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers in Lake Worth, FL seeks a Unit Secretary to support nursing management by coordinating providers, scheduling, and clerical tasks.

You will handle appointment scheduling with MD/ARNP, answer calls, maintain labs and medical records in Kipu, and ensure timely documentation and communication to promote quality patient care. The role requires attention to detail and strong communication with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or CRS Certification or MA Certification or CNA Certification, preferred.
• One year of secretary experience and/or experience in substance abuse or medical field.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards.
• Demonstrates proficiency in communication & written skills.
• Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality laws.
• Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.
• Knowledge of Workplace Violence.
• Knowledge of Corporate Integrity & Compliance Program.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Substance Abuse experience.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments with outside doctor offices as requested.
• Answer phones courteously and take messages as needed.
• Organize and maintain the return Meds Pharmacy Spreadsheet.
• Organize and maintain the provider working schedule.
• Acknowledge, report and document all accidents, incidents, errors/omissions.
• Communicate with staff to promote quality patient care.
• Assist with scheduling of nursing department and medical staff.
• Scan Labs, EKGs, and Medical Records into the computer and upload into Kipu as needed.
• Make appropriate daily schedule for Doctors and ARNPs to ensure History, Physical, and Psychiatric Evaluation are completed.
• Keep supplies stocked and audit inventory as needed.

Skills

Communication

Written skills

Joint Commission Standards

Confidentiality laws

Drug-Free Workplace Policies

Workplace Violence

Corporate Integrity & Compliance

Substance abuse experience

Education

Associate Degree or CRS Certification or MA Certification or CNA Certification, preferred

Job description

Banyan Treatment Centers in Lake Worth, FL seeks a Unit Secretary to support nursing management by coordinating providers, scheduling, and clerical tasks.

You will handle appointment scheduling with MD/ARNP, answer calls, maintain labs and medical records in Kipu, and ensure timely documentation and communication to promote quality patient care. The role requires attention to detail and strong communication with patients and staff.