Unit Secretary - Acute Care

Curry Health Network; Gold Beach (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced parental leave

Discount on patient costs

Medical plans with HSA

Retirement plans 403(b)/457(b)

Employer-paid life insurance

Flight membership

FSA and DCAP

Job summary

Curry Health Network is seeking an administrative professional to support a hospital unit, ensuring smooth communication between patients and clinical staff. The role emphasizes accuracy, scheduling, and patient services within a busy healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include registration, billing support, and insurance authorizations, with a focus on patient care and adherence to department procedures and standards. A high school diploma and administrative basics are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred background in an administrative role.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in computer use with good typing skills.
• Understands medical terminology and hospital workflows.
• Enters orders in the computer accurately.
• Answers telephones professionally and promptly.
• Assists with registration, billing, and insurance authorization activities as needed.
• Schedules appointments and arranges transportation as needed.
• Adheres to Policies, Procedures, and Protocols and maintains standards of practice.
• Supports department and organizational performance per Curry Health Network’s Mission and values.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Administrative experience preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

• Compensation is based on experience, with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15+ years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation with applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

Additional Compensation Differential Opportunities:

• Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.50/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$3.00/hour.
• Non-Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$2.00/hour.

JOB SUMMARY

Performs and participates in administrative duties which assist a hospital unit to function optimally. Maintains an organized healthcare setting and allows medical and nursing staff to focus on patient care. Maintains a line of communication between the patients and clinical staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Proficient in use of the computer, with good typing skills.

Understands medical terminology and hospital department workflows.

Enters orders in the computer accurately.

Answers telephones professionally and promptly.

Assists with registration, billing, and insurance authorization activities as needed.

Schedules appointments, arranges transportation as needed.

Familiar with Policies, Procedures, and Protocols. Care and Documentation meets current standards of practice and complies with all such guidelines.

Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Network’s Mission, Vision and Shared Values.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Preferred background in an administrative role

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with people in close situations, using excellent communication and listening skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization ability.
• Multitasking and time management is critical to performance of the role.

SHARED VALUES

Service: We serve with compassion and understanding.

Teamwork: We are one team – each one of us makes a difference.

Integrity: We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values.

What We Offer:

• Enhanced parental leave:12 weeks of Oregon Paid Leave (if applicable) followed by 6 additional weeks of CHN-paid parental leave
• 75% discount on CHN patient responsibility costsfor employees and eligible dependents
• Choice of two medical plans, including an HSA with employer contributions of up to$1,920 annually
• 403(b) with employer matchand457(b)retirement plans with Pre-Tax and Roth options
• 100% employer-paid medical flight membershipfor employees and household members
• Employer-paid life insurance equal to one year's annual salaryfor eligible full-time and part-time employees
• FSA and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Tuition assistance and certification achievement incentives
• Employee recognition programs and career growth opportunities

Join a team that invests in your health, your family, and your future.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

• None of the time: Taste or Smell
• Up to 1/3 of the time: Stand; Reach with hands and arms
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Walk and Reach with Hands & Arms
• Up 2/3 of the time and more: Sit; Talk or hear; Use hands to finger, handle or feel

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:

• None of the time: up to or more than 100 pounds
• Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 50 pounds
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement
• Up to 2/3 of the time and more: no requirement

This job has special vision requirements as follows:

• Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

• None of the time: Extreme heat/cold; Wet/humid; fumes/airborne particles; work with explosives; vibration; outdoor weather; Working near moving mechanical parts; Toxic or caustic chemicals; Risk of electrical shock
• Up to 1/3 of the time: no requirement
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement
• The typical noise level for the work environment is: very quiet to moderate noise.
• Hearing requirements: ability to hear alarms on equipment, patient call and instructions.

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

• From 1 – 2 hours per day: foot control
• From 5 – 6 hours per day: grasping: simple/light
• From 7+ hours per day: hands; grasping: simple, light

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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