UNIT CLERK/SECRETARY/COORD

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Medical coverage

401K with match

Student loan program

Career development

Job summary

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health seeks a Unit Secretary for day shifts to keep the ICU administration running smoothly and compassionately for patients and families. The role supports clinicians, coordinates communications, and maintains records in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The position emphasizes attention to detail, organizational skills, and excellent customer service in a diverse, dynamic environment. Join a broad network of care across DC communities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure efficient ICU administrative workflow.
• Facilitate timely communication among healthcare team and staff.
• Serve as first point of contact for patients and visitors with professionalism and compassion.

Skills

Computer/keyboard skills

Medical terminology

Prioritization & multitasking

Customer service

Professional communication

Judgment & decision making

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.