Unit Secretary - Emergency Department

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health Methodist Hospital is seeking a capable team member for our high-volume Emergency Department. The role involves handling reception duties, updating patient records, and coordinating communications between physicians and unit staff.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, medical secretarial/assistant training, and BLS certification if available. Prior healthcare experience and MS Office proficiency are preferred for efficient operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant or Medical Secretary programs, or equivalent experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Must be able to complete required training.

Responsibilities

• Manage receptionist duties for the unit and coordinate with physicians, staff and ancillary departments.
• Maintain complete up-to-date records of patient tests and procedures and sign patients in and out.
• Provide unit coordination and facilitate communication; alert management to policy or practice needs.
• Perform clerical duties to support the Patient Care Unit.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medical Assistant or Medical Secretary program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Position Details:

Status: Full-time, 36 hours per week.

Schedule: 3, 12-hour shifts. 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM. Weekend and holiday rotation required.

Shift Differentials: Eligible for shift pay differentials for weekends and holidays.

Location: IU Health Methodist Hospital

Department: Emergency Department

Position Summary:

This is a high-volume role working in our Emergency Department for a Level 1 Trauma Center. Team member will be responsible for a variety of tasks within the department.

Ensures accurate and complete information is received from patient to facilitate coordination and communication between physician, unit staff, and ancillary departments. Maintains comprehensive up-to-date record of all patient tests and procedures, and signs patients in and out of unit. Provides receptionist functions for the unit and alerts unit management to issues or needs within the unit regarding policies, procedures, or practices. Performs all clerical duties associated with supporting the Patient Care Unit.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant, Medical Secretary classes, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Must be able to complete required (if applicable) training program.
• Requires basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).