Unit Secretary

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is seeking a dedicated hospital unit clerk to perform clerical duties, assist with patient communications, and maintain medical records. The role supports care teams and contributes to patient satisfaction and a safe environment.

The position requires a high school diploma; no prior experience is required, with preferred 1–2 years in related roles and a six-month minimum for float pool assignments. Equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Prefer some computer knowledge and medical terminology literacy.
• No previous hospital experience required. Preferred: 1–2 years in related work; float pool minimum 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties for a hospital unit including patient communication and records management.
• Maintain electronic and hard copy medical records and supplies.
• Collaborate with departments to improve patient environment and satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EMR software

Job description

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides care to a 22-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a career destination with over 6,000 colleagues who reflect the diversity of our community.TMH is the region's healthcare leader and top provider of advanced care with a 772-bed acute care hospital and the region's only:

• Level II Trauma Center
• Primary Stroke Center
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care
• Pediatric Intensive Care
• The most advanced cancer, heart and vascular, orthopedic & surgery programs in the Panhandle.

Our system also includes a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, six residency programs and more than 50 affiliated physician practices.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of clerical duties for a hospital unit, such as, communication with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues; maintenance of electronic and hard copy medical records; maintenance of supplies and safe environment; collaboration with other departments; to improve services, the patient environment, and patient satisfaction.

Reports:

Nurse Manager

Supervises:

None

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO APPLY

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent including a computer course and knowledge of medical terminology.

Required Experience:

No previous experience is required. Preferred: One (1) to two (2) years of job-related experience. (Minimum experience for Float Pool assignments is six (6) months.)

Required Certification/License/Registry:

None

If you are interested in becoming a part of TMH’s legacy of quality & compassionate healthcare, we want to know you. Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification.

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Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification.