Unit Secretary - Acute Care Pediatrics 12 - Rotating

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

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Acute Care Pediatrics unit in Richmond, VA. This part-time, rotating position supports clerical tasks, data processing and records management for the unit, ensuring smooth patient flow and accurate documentation.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, and prefer familiarity with medical terminology, EMR, and MIS. Availability for rotating shifts, weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Medical Terminology course.
• Previous experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Experience with EMR/MIS and medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical tasks in preparing, maintaining and processing patient/unit data and records.
• Handle, organize and route paperwork and supplies for the unit.
• Support patient care teams with administrative duties and data entry.
• Ensure accuracy and timely processing of unit activities and communications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

EMR

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR

MIS

Job description

## Unit Secretary - Acute Care Pediatrics 12 - RotatingApply: Richmond, VA: Part time: Posted Today: R46950The 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. Rotating