Unit Secretary – Critical Care Admin & Transcription (Day Shift)

Select Medical; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in San Diego, CA is seeking a Unit Secretary to provide essential clerical support on patient care units. You will transcription orders, answer calls, coordinate transport, and manage paperwork to ensure smooth unit operations.

The role features day shifts with 12-hour rotations and a compensation range of $23.00 to $28.05 per hour, plus benefits and PTO. Join a team dedicated to high-quality inpatient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with medical files and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to patient care units, including transcription of orders, filing reports, and arranging transportation and follow-up tests.
• Answer telephones, take and deliver messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintain close communication with Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handle all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Order supplies from Materials Management as needed.
• Verify physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Transcribe and flag orders from charts.
• Arrange transport for tests not offered in the hospital.

Skills

Medical terminology

Clerical duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Select Specialty Hospital in San Diego, CA is seeking a Unit Secretary to provide essential clerical support on patient care units. You will transcription orders, answer calls, coordinate transport, and manage paperwork to ensure smooth unit operations.

The role features day shifts with 12-hour rotations and a compensation range of $23.00 to $28.05 per hour, plus benefits and PTO. Join a team dedicated to high-quality inpatient care.