Night Shift Unit Secretary & Patient Care Support

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Augusta, GA seeks a Unit Secretary to support nursing units during the night shift. You will perform clerical and receptionist tasks, enter orders, maintain patient charts, and coordinate communication between care teams to ensure safe, patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, confidentiality, and multi-tasking in a fast-paced hospital setting. Join a team that values collaboration and patient safety while supporting daily unit operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year clinical experience in acute care preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and assist health care team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and dignity.
• Assist in patient admissions, transfers, discharges.
• Manage unit supplies and charts; support transport of supplies.
• Enter data into EMR and maintain documentation tools.
• Communicate with nurses and physicians; act as unit super user.

Skills

English language proficiency

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Emergency handling

Education

High School Diploma / GED General

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Office software

Job description

Wellstar Health System in Augusta, GA seeks a Unit Secretary to support nursing units during the night shift. You will perform clerical and receptionist tasks, enter orders, maintain patient charts, and coordinate communication between care teams to ensure safe, patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, confidentiality, and multi-tasking in a fast-paced hospital setting. Join a team that values collaboration and patient safety while supporting daily unit operations.