Patient Access & Unit Secretary

LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH is seeking a Unit Secretary who will work under a registered nurse to perform front-desk and secretarial duties vital to patient-centered care. You will greet and screen visitors, help manage patient flow, and coordinate requested tests with physicians or nurse practitioners, while maintaining supplies and equipment on the unit.

The role requires basic medical terminology, HIPAA familiarity, and proficiency with standard computer software.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of unit secretary experience preferred.
• Completion of one year of college or minimum one year of experience in medical field preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient rights required.
• Ability to read/write legibly and communicate professionally in English (Spanish preferred).
• Proficient with computer, printer, and software used in unit operations.

Responsibilities

• Greet and screen visitors arriving at the unit/department.
• Assist with facilitating patient flow and coordinate diagnostic testing as ordered by physicians.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and forms.
• Perform unit secretarial and clerical duties as needed.
• Collaborate with nurse in charge to problem solve and maintain a calm, courteous environment.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

Medical terminology

English literacy

Spanish preferred

Communication

Multitasking

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year college or medical field experience preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH is seeking a Unit Secretary who will work under a registered nurse to perform front-desk and secretarial duties vital to patient-centered care. You will greet and screen visitors, help manage patient flow, and coordinate requested tests with physicians or nurse practitioners, while maintaining supplies and equipment on the unit.

The role requires basic medical terminology, HIPAA familiarity, and proficiency with standard computer software.