Patient Services Unit Secretary

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to coordinate the flow of patient activity and information on a unit/clinic within Rhode Island Hospital. You will support the health care team under supervision, performing clerical duties and maintaining quality patient care.

The role emphasizes interpersonal skills, accurate charting, and compliance with hospital policies. Daily tasks include ordering and scheduling, transcribing orders, handling communications, and ensuring timely

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong interpersonal communications.
• Ability to multitask in a busy unit.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge preferred.
• English reading, writing and speaking.
• Ability to care for patients across the life span.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.
• Work as a team member to identify cost saving measures.
• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient needs.
• Assembles charts for admission and discharges.
• Files reports and maintains medical records accurately.
• Answers phones and intercom; notifies staff.
• Uses hospital computer systems to enter and verify orders.
• Transcribes handwritten orders; faxes orders to pharmacy.
• Arranges for equipment delivery as needed.
• Follows up on diagnostic tests and documents scheduling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

English proficiency

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to coordinate the flow of patient activity and information on a unit/clinic within Rhode Island Hospital. You will support the health care team under supervision, performing clerical duties and maintaining quality patient care.

The role emphasizes interpersonal skills, accurate charting, and compliance with hospital policies. Daily tasks include ordering and scheduling, transcribing orders, handling communications, and ensuring timely