Unit Secretary, Adult Behavioral Health, Full-time 12 hr. Days

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Unit Secretary to support their Adult Behavioral Health unit. This full-time position involves performing essential clerical duties, managing patient information, and ensuring effective communication among staff and patients. The role demands strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With comprehensive health benefits from day one and generous parental leave, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Wellness incentives

Paid parental leave

Employer-paid retirement contributions

Qualifications

• Completion of a unit secretary course or equivalent experience preferred.
• Clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes clerical duties for patient scheduling and admissions.
• Handles and screens incoming calls and transmits messages.
• Ensures accurate and timely communication of patient information.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Strong oral communication

Strong written communication

Transcription skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Unit Secretary course or equivalent experience

Job description

Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 155375
Job Family: Clerical Support
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule: 12hr shifts and everyother weekend
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085032009-Adult Behavioral Health

Unit Secretary, Adult Behavioral Health, Full-time 12 hr. Days, Winston-Salem

What We Offer:

• Day 1 Health Coverage:Amazing health insurance with the option of copay or HSA eligible plans
• Wellness Incentives:Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program
• Parental Benefits:Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave
• Retirement:Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

JOB SUMMARY: Supports assigned unit by performing clerical duties such as secretarial, receptionist and other designated activities. Provides indirect care following physician and nursing orders to achieve the highest standards of age/developmentally specific care.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a unit secretary course or equivalent Unit Secretary experience preferred. Clerical experience preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: N/A

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Completes clerical duties for patient scheduling, admissions, procedures, transfers, surgeries, discharges and deaths under the direction of a Registered Nurse. 2. Handles and screens incoming calls and transmits messages as necessary. 3. Contributes to a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for patients, visitors, physicians and co- workers by following established procedures. 4. Ensures complete, confidential, accurate, and timely communication of patient information. 5. Completes requisitions, data entry, and nursing communication forms. 6. Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients and family members in an effective, positive and professional manner. 7. Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance, professional growth and development. 8. Conducts work in an organized, quiet, efficient manner and demonstrates ability to cope with stressful situations. 9. Completes assigned unit responsibilities and assists other staff members in completion of their duties when time permits. 10.Provides age/developmental appropriate patient care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Basic computer skills Strong oral and written communication skills Performs effectively with frequent workload changes and competing demands Ability to develop transcription skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Interaction with multiple levels of staff and departments Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases Subject to multiple interruptions Long periods on a computer Possible exposure to cleaning agents/chemicals Occasionally subject to irregular hours

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Amount of time spent performing the following activities: 0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum