Nursing Unit Administrative Assistant & Care Support

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Calhoun City (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a Unit Secretary to coordinate non-clinical duties and support licensed staff. The role involves transcription of orders, chart maintenance, and use of communication devices to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include clerical work, patient chart maintenance, and effective communication. The position supports admission, transfer, and discharge processes and requires attention to policy adherence and patient safety.

Qualifications

• One year experience in business office or related health care field.
• Previous experience utilizing customer service or public relation skills.
• Skilled and proficient in basic math, grammar, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical responsibilities.
• Maintains the patient chart.
• Demonstrates good communication skills.
• Facilitates patient/bed flow by utilizing admission, transfer, and discharge activities according to procedure.
• Manages supplies and equipment.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Public relations

Education

Basic math and grammar

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a Unit Secretary to coordinate non-clinical duties and support licensed staff. The role involves transcription of orders, chart maintenance, and use of communication devices to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include clerical work, patient chart maintenance, and effective communication. The position supports admission, transfer, and discharge processes and requires attention to policy adherence and patient safety.