Unit Secretary: Care Coordination & Patient Support

Encompass Health Corporation; West Pea Ridge (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and stock purchase plans

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit and facilitate seamless patient care within a community-focused environment. You will provide vital clerical support, serve as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff, and visitors, and help coordinate unit operations to boost efficiency and safety.

Qualifications include CPR certification preferred, 1 year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred, and enrollment in a healthcare program with

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred.
• One year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred.
• Active enrollment in a healthcare program (such as nursing), familiarity with medical terminology, and experience in reading and transcribing medical orders are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients using appropriate labeling system.
• Accurately/efficiently transcribe medical orders and distribute to other disciplines as needed.
• Act as a helpful resource for patients, families, physicians, and visitors at the nursing station.
• Coordinate unit operations to optimize the delivery of safe patient care.
• Schedule tests, appointments and transportation as needed in a timely manner.
• Serve as a liaison for inquiries, directing them to the appropriate person for resolution.

Skills

CPR certification

Inpatient unit secretary experience

Education

Active enrollment in a healthcare program

Familiarity with medical terminology

Reading and transcribing medical orders

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit and facilitate seamless patient care within a community-focused environment. You will provide vital clerical support, serve as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff, and visitors, and help coordinate unit operations to boost efficiency and safety.

Qualifications include CPR certification preferred, 1 year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred, and enrollment in a healthcare program with