Unit Associate - Med-Surg (Per Diem, Day Shift)

Adventist Health; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Hanford, a trusted part of the Central Valley healthcare system, is seeking a dedicated unit secretary to support nursing teams and patient care. You will greet visitors, prepare and maintain medical records, and respond to patient requests with courtesy and accuracy.

The role requires strong clerical skills, ability to coordinate with physicians and families, and a commitment to patient-centered service in a hospital setting. Full-time schedule with day shift is available.

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED preferred.
• Associate’s/Technical Degree preferred.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Hospital or medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets and directs visitors.
• Prepares and maintains medical records.
• Responds to patient requests for assistance.
• Provides information to patients, families, and physicians.
• Provides other clerical support to nursing team as required.

Education

High School Education/GED or equivalent

Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience

One year's relevant experience

Hospital or medical office experience

Job description

Job Description

Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour's travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.

Job Summary

Greets and directs visitors. Prepares and maintains medical records. Responds to patient requests for assistance. Provides information to patients, families, and physicians. Provides other clerical support to nursing team as required.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• One year's relevant experience: Preferred
• Hospital or medical office experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Unit Secretary training course: Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Processes orders and assists unit visitors and callers. Ascertains flow of patients admission/transfers. Assists in scheduling patient procedures and assembling patient charts.
• Performs data collection and maintains data on an ongoing basis. Assists in scheduling patient procedures. Assembles charts.
• Participates in regulatory environmental compliance duties, clearing hallways and calling for equipment/pick-up as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

• Job Identification : 72116
• Job Category : Associate
• Posting Date : 2026-10-29T16:18:26+00:00
• Job Schedule : Full time
• Job Shift : Day Shift
• Locations : Hanford, CA, United States
• Assignment Category : Per Diem
• Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $29.56. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.
• Hiring Department : Med/Surg Acute 4
• Shift Length : 8 Hours