Hospital Unit Secretary & Patient Care Communicator

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a unit secretary to support the nursing unit by transcribing orders, maintaining patient charts and coordinating administrative tasks.

You will handle admissions, transfers and discharges, communicate with patients and families, and verify charges under the approval of a licensed nurse. Prior healthcare exposure and basic computer skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Preferred previous healthcare experience
• Familiarity with medical terminology and computer skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer and discharge; maintains patient records and unit reception.
• Transcribes orders accurately under licensed nurse approval and verifies patient charges within timeframes.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians and healthcare team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a unit secretary to support the nursing unit by transcribing orders, maintaining patient charts and coordinating administrative tasks.

You will handle admissions, transfers and discharges, communicate with patients and families, and verify charges under the approval of a licensed nurse. Prior healthcare exposure and basic computer skills are preferred.