Nursing Unit Secretary & Transcription Specialist

Highmark Health; Natrona Heights (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a unit secretary to support nursing staff by transcribing orders, maintaining patient records, and keeping an organized workflow under a registered nurse.

The position requires knowledge of medical terminology, accurate typing and data entry, and clear communication with patients, families and other team members. This on-site role supports admissions, transfers, and discharge processes within the nursing unit, under supervision of a registered nurse.

Qualifications

• Transcribing medical orders and basic computer use required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology essential.
• Typing speed around 45 wpm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes orders and schedules procedures with RN approval.
• Maintains patient records and monitors admissions, transfers, discharges.
• Answers phones, greets visitors, and handles unit reception.
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians and healthcare team members.

Skills

Transcribing

Medical terminology

Typing speed 45 wpm

Communication

Computers / IT literacy

Education

Transcription experience or education

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a unit secretary to support nursing staff by transcribing orders, maintaining patient records, and keeping an organized workflow under a registered nurse.

The position requires knowledge of medical terminology, accurate typing and data entry, and clear communication with patients, families and other team members. This on-site role supports admissions, transfers, and discharge processes within the nursing unit, under supervision of a registered nurse.