Telemetry Monitor Technician & Unit Secretary

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC on the Glendale campus seeks a Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician to perform clerical, clinical, and communication tasks on the nursing unit. You will manage census, transcribe orders, and support patient care coordination with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include maintaining medical records, handling inquiries with courtesy, and ensuring seamless collaboration with nurses and physicians to support improved patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Specialized training includes Medical Terminology and basic EKG course.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Unit Secretary.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and clinical workflows.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Clerical tasks: census management, orders, and supplies coordination.
• Transcribe orders accurately and timely per policy.
• Provide courteous patient and staff service on the unit.
• Maintain patient records and assemble admission charts promptly.
• Collaborate with M.D.s and staff; monitor and relay patient care orders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

English proficiency

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Terminology exam

Basic EKG course

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC on the Glendale campus seeks a Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician to perform clerical, clinical, and communication tasks on the nursing unit. You will manage census, transcribe orders, and support patient care coordination with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include maintaining medical records, handling inquiries with courtesy, and ensuring seamless collaboration with nurses and physicians to support improved patient outcomes.