Medical Assistant

South Florida Nursing Homes; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Terrace of Delray Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Unit Secretary to provide essential administrative support for our nursing staff, residents, and families. The role emphasizes accurate records, physician orders, and coordinating tests in a compassionate, professional environment.

You will work 8am–4pm, collaborate with the healthcare team, and help maintain infection control standards while delivering high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to greet visitors, coordinate with staff, and handle confidential information.
• Familiarity with basic clerical tasks and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct visitors, residents, and staff.
• Answer phones, take messages, and route calls to the right staff.
• Prepare and maintain accurate, confidential records and reports.
• Process physician orders and lab results.
• Assist with scheduling tests, appointments, and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment following infection control policies.
• Support with other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication skills

Healthcare setting experience

Job description

Unit Secretary

Job Summary:
The Unit Secretary at The Terrace of Delray Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled and compassionate individual who will play a vital role in ensuring the seamless operation of our skilled nursing facility. As a representative of our organization, you will be responsible for providing exceptional administrative support to our medical staff and residents while maintaining the highest standards of quality care.

Responsibilities:

• As a Unit Secretary, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our nursing staff, residents, and families. Your duties will include:
  • Greeting and directing visitors, residents, and staff
  • Answering phone calls, taking messages, and routing calls to the appropriate staff members
  • Preparing and maintaining accurate and confidential records and reports
  • Processing and managing physician orders and lab results
  • Assisting with scheduling and coordinating tests, appointments, and procedures
  • Maintaining a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control practices and adhering to our facility's policies and procedures
  • Other administrative tasks as assigned by management
• Teamwork and Communication: As a Unit Secretary, you will be an integral part of our healthcare team. You will be required to communicate effectively with staff, residents, and families, and work collaboratively to ensure the delivery of high-quality care.

Requirements:

• 1+ Year of Experience: You will have at least 1 year of experience as a Unit Secretary or in a comparable administrative role in a healthcare setting.
• Work Hours: 8am - 4pm

About Us:
The Terrace of Delray Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a senior living facility committed to providing personalized, professional care in a home-like environment. Our facility offers 24-hour skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, and post-hospital recovery programs. Our skilled nursing team provides essential services such as wound care, respiratory therapy, IV therapy, chronic disease management, and pain management. General transportation services are available to enhance residents’ mobility and independence. Amenities include cable/satellite TV in common areas and individual units, as well as Wi-Fi/internet access in each unit. Dining options cater to varying preferences, including communal dining, guest meals, and room service.

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