Unit Secretary - Acute Care Pediatrics 12 - Nights

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA seeks a Unit Secretary for Acute Care Pediatrics on the night shift. The role supports patient and unit activities, data and records, and acts with minimal supervision in a busy hospital environment.

Responsibilities include clerical tasks, data entry, and coordinating with nursing staff. Prior healthcare clerical experience and familiarity with EMR systems are preferred; high school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with medical terminology preferred.
• Healthcare setting experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Experience with medical insurance and MIS preferred.
• Independent action with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical tasks for patient and unit activities.
• Maintain data and records.
• Assist with handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Medical terminology

Healthcare experience

Office organization

Data entry

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR

Job description

## Unit Secretary - Acute Care Pediatrics 12 - NightsApply: Richmond, VA: Full time: Posted Today: R46948The Unit Secretary performs a variety of clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit activities, data and records.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/ALicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/AExperience REQUIRED: N/AExperience PREFERRED:Previous experience setting up and maintaining office system (organizational skills)Previous experience with medical insurance, MIS, and medical terminologyPrevious experience in a health care settingPrevious experience with Microsoft Office softwarePrevious experience with use of EMREducation/training REQUIRED:High School Diploma or GEDEducation/training PREFERRED:Completion of a Medical Terminology courseIndependent action(s) required:Able to perform daily activities with minimal supervision.Self directed in the accomplishment of routine activities.Issues that involve violation of VCUHS policy or procedure that involve conflicts of a sensitive nature, or that would be considered unusual in nature are to be brought to the attention of the Nurse Manager (or designee) promptly as would be warranted by the immediacy of the issue.Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/AAdditional position requirements:Unit Secretaries work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with specific Nurse Manager.Schedules including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or the best interest of the work unit.Age Specific groups served: N/APhysical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical - Lifting up to 50 lbs.Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Repetitive motionMental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent changeCompensation Range$15.69 - $23.53Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. Nights