Per Diem Unit Secretary - Critical Care Admin

Regency Hospital Company; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency Hospital - East Chicago, IN is seeking a Unit Secretary for Per Diem coverage to support patient care units with clerical tasks and orders transcription. You will answer phones, route messages, and coordinate transportation and test follow-ups under the supervision of the Charge Nurse.

This position offers scheduling flexibility and exposure to a busy inpatient setting. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and familiarity with medical terminology and patient records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with medical files and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Answering the telephone and delivering messages to the care team.
• Maintaining close communication with the Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handling all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ordering supplies from Materials Management as needed.
• Verifying physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Transcribing orders accurately and flagging relevant items.
• Arranging transport of patients for tests not offered in the hospital.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience with medical files and terminology

Job description

Regency Hospital - East Chicago, IN is seeking a Unit Secretary for Per Diem coverage to support patient care units with clerical tasks and orders transcription. You will answer phones, route messages, and coordinate transportation and test follow-ups under the supervision of the Charge Nurse.

This position offers scheduling flexibility and exposure to a busy inpatient setting. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and familiarity with medical terminology and patient records.