UNIT CLERK/SECRETARY/COORD

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work

Competitive Compensation & Generous PT

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

401(K) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health in Washington, DC is seeking a Unit Secretary for day shifts to support ICU operations and administrative tasks.

You will manage patient records, facilitate communication among the healthcare team, and provide comprehensive support to medical staff and patients with a compassionate demeanor.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Health care experience preferred.
• Previous administrative or secretarial experience preferred.
• Computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate patient records and facilitate timely communication among the healthcare team.
• Provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the ICU team.
• Be the first point of contact for patients and visitors with a compassionate demeanor.
• Support patient flow and ensure efficient unit operations.

Skills

Computer/keyboard skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to manage multiple andchanging

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to communicate confidently and

Ability to make sound judgments

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health opened its doors this April as the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 25 years! Integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8, this enhanced integrated delivery system will establish a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it will ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. Our advanced hospital will offer 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, onsite 550-car parking garage, and a helipad for emergency transport.

Much more is available at: https://cedarhillregional.com/

We are seeking a Unit Secretary (Full Time-Days)

Our ideal candidate will ensure that the ICU unit functions efficiently by managing administrative tasks with precision and professionalism. This position necessitates a keen attention to detail, as the Unit Secretary will be responsible for maintaining accurate patient records, facilitating timely communication among the healthcare team, and providing comprehensive support to medical staff and patients. The incumbent will demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities and possess a strong understanding of the healthcare environment. Furthermore, the Unit Secretary will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors, thus requiring excellent customer service skills and a compassionate demeanor.

To learn more visit: https://jobs.uhsinc.com/cedar-hill-regional-medical-center.

As a Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center employee you will be part of an exceptional team with the following benefit offerings:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Health care experience preferred
• Previous administrative or secretarial experience preferred

Skills

• Computer/keyboard skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities
• Excellence customer service skills
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with superiors, peers and customers
• Ability to make sound judgments

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.