Hospital Unit Secretary — Patient Care & Admin

Highmark Health / AHN; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh seeks a unit secretary to support a designated unit by performing secretarial and direct patient care duties while maintaining medical records and supporting patient care activities.

The role requires strong communication, knowledge of medical terminology, and adherence to HIPAA/privacy policies. Experience as a PCA or EMT is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 year of patient care and/or administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection and all other treatments. (20%)
• Transcribes orders in accordance with policies and procedures subject to the approval of a licensed nurse. Asks for clarification when necessary. (30%)
• Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer and discharge, maintenance of patient activities for the records, interdepartmental communications and unit reception. (30%)
• Demonstrates effective communication (verbal and written) with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care. (20%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Unit secretary program (preferred)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh seeks a unit secretary to support a designated unit by performing secretarial and direct patient care duties while maintaining medical records and supporting patient care activities.

The role requires strong communication, knowledge of medical terminology, and adherence to HIPAA/privacy policies. Experience as a PCA or EMT is preferred but not required.