PACU Admissions & Care Coordination Secretary

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Dakota Dunes (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunes Surgical Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary to efficiently process admissions, transcribe orders, and manage unit communications. The role includes answering phones, filing medical records, and ensuring follow-up on orders while supporting the nursing station and patient care team.

The position requires strong typing, medical terminology knowledge, and excellent interpersonal skills. A high school diploma is required, with medical secretarial training preferred and BLS certification

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education required. One year of medical secretarial school preferred. Medical terminology background required.
• Two years of experience in a related field in the last 3-5 years is desired (medical secretary & receptionist duties).
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary.
• Writing skills as well as good grammar, punctuation and composition skills beneficial.
• Typing skills required.
• Ability to get along well with other people/coworkers/patients.
• Ability to project a positive team attitude. Steady attendance. Flexibility in schedule.
• BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Processes admissions and all pertinent paperwork. Compiles admission packets.
• Answers the unit’s telephone promptly and professionally.
• Files all medical record paperwork in chart as directed.
• Transcribes orders to medication administration records and treatment records.
• Transmits doctor’s orders to pharmacy.
• Maintains nursing forms inventory.
• Responsible for overall cleanliness and orderliness of nursing station.
• Prepares necessary paperwork for Emergency transfers.
• Makes copies necessary for dismissals.
• Orders supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs, as requested.
• Follows work assignments and schedules.
• Treats all patients, visitors, and staff with courtesy.
• Attends and participates in in-service training, committees and other meetings as scheduled and directed.

Skills

Typing

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

BLS certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical secretarial school preferred

Job description

Dunes Surgical Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary to efficiently process admissions, transcribe orders, and manage unit communications. The role includes answering phones, filing medical records, and ensuring follow-up on orders while supporting the nursing station and patient care team.

The position requires strong typing, medical terminology knowledge, and excellent interpersonal skills. A high school diploma is required, with medical secretarial training preferred and BLS certification