Unit Secretary Acute Care I

Phoebe Putney Health System; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany, GA seeks a Unit Secretary to support the nursing station and perform clerical duties. The role includes requisitioning supplies and coordinating services as directed, with an emphasis on accuracy and patient-focused service.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED; preferred candidates have medical terminology training or a unit secretary certificate and some healthcare experience. Works in a busy hospital environment with teamwork and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Medical Terminology course or unit secretary certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attends nursing station and performs clerical duties.
• Requisitions supplies, equipment and services as directed.
• Maintains current knowledge through staff meetings and trainings.
• Adheres to department policies and procedures.
• Provides age-appropriate customer service for patients.

Skills

Clerical skills

Computer proficiency

Phone etiquette

Office equipment operation

Healthcare experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Terminology course or unit secretary certificate

Job description

Job Summary

The Unit Secretary attends nursing station and performs clerical duties, requisition supplies, equipment and services as directed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Non Degree Program in Medical Terminology Course or unit secretary certificate program (Preferred)

Work Experience

• 0 - 1 year Clerical work experience demonstrating proficient computer, phone and office equipment utilization (Required)
• 0 - 1 year Experience in a Health Care Setting (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Emergency Center Employees: Crisis Response Training required within 6 months of hire (Required)
• Behavioral Health Employees: Crisis Response Training required within 2 months of hire (Required)

Additional Duties

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.