Unit Secretary: Clinical Admin & Patient Support

ScionHealth; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL is seeking a Unit Secretary to perform administrative and supportive patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will help maintain unit operations, manage records, and support healthcare providers in a busy acute care environment.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work with diverse patients, and proficiency with EHR systems in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to read and write legibly and follow directions accurately.
• Effective interpersonal skills and teamwork in a healthcare setting.
• Comfort with computer systems and electronic health records; familiarity with infection control.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients, visitors, and staff professionally.
• Answer, screen, route calls, page codes as needed.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Maintain and update patient charts and records.
• Order, stock, and organize unit supplies and equipment.
• Provide supportive care under nursing supervision.
• Transport patients and specimens within the hospital.
• Assist with room setup, turnover, and basic hygiene tasks.

Skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication

Reading & writing

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Infection control

Electronic health records

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL is seeking a Unit Secretary to perform administrative and supportive patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will help maintain unit operations, manage records, and support healthcare providers in a busy acute care environment.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work with diverse patients, and proficiency with EHR systems in a hospital setting.