Unit Secretary

HCA Houston Healthcare; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a motivated Unit Secretary to join their team. In this role, you will assist with patient care and clerical duties, ensuring smooth operations within the unit. You will be involved in managing patient admissions and discharges, answering call lights, and maintaining charts. This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow in a supportive environment that values community service and employee development. If you're ready to unlock your potential and contribute to enhancing patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with 100% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Free counseling services

Education assistance

Paid time off

Family support benefits

Qualifications

• 1 year of clerical experience in a hospital or medical setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical functions in accordance with hospital policies.
• Manage patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Transcribe orders and maintain patient charts.

Skills

Clerical Experience

Medical Terminology

BCLS Certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Unit Secretary role at HCA Houston Healthcare

Introduction

Last year, our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Unit Secretary with HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Stafford, you can be part of an organization dedicated to giving back!

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage including prescription drugs, behavioral health, telemedicine, and AirMed transportation.
• Additional options for dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending accounts, and other supplemental plans.
• Free counseling services for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) with 100% match on 3-9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off stock.
• Family support benefits, including fertility, family building, and adoption assistance.
• Referral services, discounts, retirement services, education assistance, recognition programs, and paid time off.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free coverage based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider? Join the HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Stafford family! We provide the tools and resources for your success. We are seeking an enthusiastic Unit Secretary to help us reach our goals.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Unit Secretary, you will assist with routine patient care assignments, work in controlled and uncontrolled patient care situations, and assist with nursing procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will facilitate physician orders and handle clerical duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, or Director.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing clerical functions in accordance with hospital policies.
• Supervising the unit’s physical needs and transcribing orders.
• Answering call lights, ordering supplies, maintaining charts, and organizing files.
• Adhering to hospital and departmental policies, safety, and infection control standards.
• Managing patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and expirations.
• Participating in hospital and departmental meetings.

Qualifications required:

• 1 year of clerical experience, preferably in a hospital/medical setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is strongly preferred.
• Current BCLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.

HCA Houston Healthcare West is a full-service, 300+ bed hospital serving West Houston for over 30 years, recognized as a Certified Primary Stroke Center and affiliated with The Woman’s Hospital of Texas at West Houston. We are part of HCA Houston Healthcare, the leading provider of healthcare in the region.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies multiple times and invests heavily in charitable care and community support.

Join us and be part of an organization that invests in your growth! We are reviewing applications for our Unit Secretary position. Submit your application and help us enhance patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative and Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Healthcare