Nursing Unit Administrative Specialist

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a unit secretary to support nursing staff by managing clerical tasks, maintaining charts, and ensuring an organized workflow in the unit.

You will handle admissions/discharges, transcribe orders with nurse oversight, answer calls, and coordinate with patients, families, and the care team to keep operations smooth.

This role emphasizes accurate record keeping, timely entry of patient charges, and a proactive approach to supporting the patient experience.

Qualifications

• Preferred Previous healthcare experience
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred
• Computer skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Handles admission/transfer/discharge clerical tasks and unit reception.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians and healthcare team members.
• Transcribes orders accurately under nurse supervision and enters/verifies patient charges within established timeframes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a unit secretary to support nursing staff by managing clerical tasks, maintaining charts, and ensuring an organized workflow in the unit.

You will handle admissions/discharges, transcribe orders with nurse oversight, answer calls, and coordinate with patients, families, and the care team to keep operations smooth.

This role emphasizes accurate record keeping, timely entry of patient charges, and a proactive approach to supporting the patient experience.