Medical Unit Secretary, Med-Surg – Day Shift

Prime Healthcare; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary’s Health Network in Reno, NV, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the department with clerical tasks, transcribing physician orders, and preparing patient charts for daily needs. This full-time, day-shift role emphasizes accuracy and clear communication in a busy hospital setting.

Preferred candidates have high school education, basic computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and the ability to read, write and speak English.

Qualifications

• Experience as a unit secretary or similar clerical role in a health-care setting.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and standard hospital processes.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physician orders with accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and organize patient charts and records for daily needs.
• Assist nursing staff by supporting indirect patient care activities as needed.

Skills

Clerical experience

Health care setting

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Saint Mary’s Health Network in Reno, NV, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the department with clerical tasks, transcribing physician orders, and preparing patient charts for daily needs. This full-time, day-shift role emphasizes accuracy and clear communication in a busy hospital setting.

Preferred candidates have high school education, basic computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and the ability to read, write and speak English.