Unit Secretary: Admissions & Medical Records

United Surgical Partners International (USPI); Dakota Dunes (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunes Surgical Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing station. The role involves processing admissions, handling phone calls, transcribing orders, and ensuring follow-up on tasks.

The incumbent will file chart paperwork, transmit orders to pharmacy, maintain supply inventories, and assist with documentation and scheduling. Must have HS diploma and BLS certification; CNA experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education required.
• Previous Patient Care Tech or CNA experience is strongly desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary.
• Typing skills required.
• Ability to get along well with other people/coworkers/patients.
• BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Processes admissions and all pertinent paperwork.
• Answers the unit's telephone promptly and professionally.
• Transcribes orders to medication administration records and treatment records.
• Transmits doctor's orders to pharmacy.
• Maintains nursing forms inventory.
• Responsible for overall cleanliness and orderliness of nursing station.
• Attends and participates in in-service training, committees and other meetings as scheduled and directed.

Skills

Typing skills

Interpersonal skills

BLS certification

PCT/CNA experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dunes Surgical Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing station. The role involves processing admissions, handling phone calls, transcribing orders, and ensuring follow-up on tasks.

The incumbent will file chart paperwork, transmit orders to pharmacy, maintain supply inventories, and assist with documentation and scheduling. Must have HS diploma and BLS certification; CNA experience preferred.