Hospital Unit Secretary: Patient Care & Admin Support

University of California, Irvine; Lakewood (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Discount programs

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, CA seeks a unit secretary to perform clerical duties on a patient care unit under the Charge Nurse. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, and candidates with computer skills and prior unit secretary experience in an acute care setting are preferred.

The position includes standing/walking most of the day, transferring and lifting patients as needed, and clear written communication with staff and patients. Comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Previous unit secretary experience in acute care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physician orders accurately and file charts.
• Answer patient calls promptly and route requests.
• Prepare and maintain patient charts.
• Coordinate with nurses and physicians to support patient care.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Computer skills

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, CA seeks a unit secretary to perform clerical duties on a patient care unit under the Charge Nurse. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, and candidates with computer skills and prior unit secretary experience in an acute care setting are preferred.

The position includes standing/walking most of the day, transferring and lifting patients as needed, and clear written communication with staff and patients. Comprehensive benefits are provided.