Hospital Unit Secretary: Patient Care & Admin Support

ScionHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bradley Center unit is part of St. Francis - Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA.

This Unit Secretary role supports the nursing team in an acute care hospital setting, handling administrative tasks, patient flow, and documentation to maintain smooth operations on the unit. Responsibilities include greeting patients, routing calls, assisting with admissions and transfers, updating charts, and stocking supplies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required or demonstrated ability to perform essential functions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in hospital or patient-care settings preferred; orientation/competency training required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, visitors, and staff in a courteous, professional manner.
• Answer, screen, and route calls; page as needed; assist with admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Maintain and update patient charts and medical records; ensure accurate documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Infection control

EHR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The Bradley Center unit is part of St. Francis - Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA.

This Unit Secretary role supports the nursing team in an acute care hospital setting, handling administrative tasks, patient flow, and documentation to maintain smooth operations on the unit. Responsibilities include greeting patients, routing calls, assisting with admissions and transfers, updating charts, and stocking supplies.