Psych Unit Secretary & Care Coordinator

Danbury Hospital; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Health and Dependent Care Flexible SPi

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Team Member Discounts

Job summary

Danbury Hospital in Danbury, CT, is seeking a unit clerk to provide clerical support, coordinate general unit activity, and communicate clearly with all disciplines. The role assists with patient care activities on the Psych Unit and maintains confidential patient records.

Responsibilities include answering phones, organizing charts, managing supplies, and ensuring a safe, efficient work environment. The position offers hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities within a major health system.

Qualifications

• Data entry experience is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and performs clerical needs of the unit in a consistent manner.
• Answers phones, call bells, and interacts with visitors, patients, and staff.
• Provides input to charge nurse on unit staffing.
• Organizes and maintains patient records.
• Manages and maintains unit supplies within budget.
• Prepares and maintains charts, ensuring confidentiality.
• Provides care appropriate to the age of patients on the unit.
• Maintains working relationships with health care team and patients.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work environment.
• Follows standards of service excellence.
• Fulfills compliance responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Medical terminology

Task prioritization

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Danbury Hospital in Danbury, CT, is seeking a unit clerk to provide clerical support, coordinate general unit activity, and communicate clearly with all disciplines. The role assists with patient care activities on the Psych Unit and maintains confidential patient records.

Responsibilities include answering phones, organizing charts, managing supplies, and ensuring a safe, efficient work environment. The position offers hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities within a major health system.