Unit Secretary

Rush University Medical Center; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Unit Secretary for per diem shifts at our West Orange, NJ campus. Shifts 7:00 AM–3:00 PM and 3:00 PM–11:00 PM, including weekends.

Compensation starts at $23.50 per hour plus shift differential, with opportunities for career growth within a large rehabilitation network. The role involves clerical support to patient care units, order transcription, handling communications, and coordinating transport and tests.

Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills required.
• A minimum of 1 year of clerical experience in a medical setting.
• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to the patient care units, including correct transcription of orders, filing of all reports, and arranging for transportation and follow-up/outside tests.
• Answering the telephone, taking and delivering messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintaining close communication with the Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handling all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ordering supplies, as needed, from Materials Management.
• Verifying physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Appropriately transcribing and flagging orders from charts.
• Arranging for the transport of patients for tests that are not offered in the hospital.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Kessler Institute for RehabilitationPosition: Unit Secretary Location: 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052 Schedule: Per Diem (PRN), 7AM-3PM/3PM-11PM (Includes Weekday & Weekend Shifts)

Compensation: $23.50/Hour+ Shift Differential

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

We support your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to the patient care units, including correct transcription of orders, filing of all reports, and arranging for transportation and follow-up/outside tests.
• Answering the telephone, taking and delivering messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintaining close communication with the Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handling all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ordering supplies, as needed, from Materials Management.
• Verifying physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Appropriately transcribing and flagging orders from charts.
• Arranging for the transport of patients for tests that are not offered in the hospital.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Proficient computer skills required

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of clerical experience in a medical setting
• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred

Per Diem Requirement:

Four (4) shifts per 6-week schedule. One Saturday or Sunday, one minor holiday/ major holiday.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans