Hospital Unit Secretary - Communications & Admin Support

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

Job summary

Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Float Pool. The role supports communication, transcribes physician orders, and prepares patient records and charts.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification within 30 days, and strong communication skills. Experience in acute care or physician practice is preferred, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience 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.
• Transcribes physician orders from records with notation and signature by nursing staff.
• Prepares and complies records on the Emergency Room.
• Orders supplies for the unit, prepares and completes each patient’s chart daily.
• Able to assist nursing staff for duties involving indirect patient care.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 30 days

Medical terminology preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Float Pool. The role supports communication, transcribes physician orders, and prepares patient records and charts.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification within 30 days, and strong communication skills. Experience in acute care or physician practice is preferred, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.