Unit Secretary – Emergency Department (PRN/Days)

Texas Health Resources; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

On-site childcare

Job summary

A regional health care provider in Plano is seeking a Unit Secretary for its Emergency Department. This position involves managing tasks for physicians and staff while fostering a positive interaction with patients. Key qualifications include a high school diploma, organizational skills, and preferred experience in emergency services. The role offers a supportive team environment and various benefits, including health coverage and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• No experience required, but 1 year of Unit Secretary experience in emergency services preferred.
• Must maintain CPI training annually.
• Demonstrate organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks to meet the needs of physicians, staff, and patients.
• Demonstrate acceptable organizational skills.
• Communicate effectively with staff and patients.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Crisis Prevention Intervention Training

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Unit Secretary – Emergency Department

Work location: Texas Health Plano, 6200 West Parker Road, Plano, TX 75093.

Work Hours

• PRN/As Needed: Day shift
• 12-hour variable Weekday shifts (7:00am – 7:00pm) with weekend and holiday requirements

Orientation/Training: Must be able to attend orientation/training Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm during the first week of hire

Emergency Department Highlights

• Self-scheduling that helps with work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth
• Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging 150 patients/day

Here’s What You Need

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent required.
• No experience required
• 1 year of Unit Secretary experience in an emergency services setting preferred.
• Possesses organizational skills to function in a fast-paced work environment, positive interpersonal skills, and good verbal and written communication skills.
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 Days Required

Organizational/Technical Skills

What You Will Do

• Performs all tasks to meet the needs of physicians, staff, patient, and other customers.
• Demonstrates acceptable organizational skills.
• Communicates effectively.
• Interactions include consideration for patient population specific needs.
• Takes action to reduce/eliminate patient risks.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Unit Secretary

• Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.
• Delivery of high-quality patient care
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Entity Highlights

Since 1991, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano has served the communities of Plano, Frisco, Carrollton, Addison, Richardson, and McKinney. As a 386-bed, full-service hospital, we deliver exceptional care to North Texans through advanced technology and a dedicated team. We offer a range of specialties, including emergency medicine and trauma, cardiology, neurosurgery and spine care, orthopedics, women's services, adult and adolescent behavioral health, and critical care. Our hospital also provides comprehensive surgical services supported by leading technology and clinical expertise. A new patient tower under construction and major campus renovations underway will deliver even greater access to advanced care in neuroscience, heart and vascular services, digestive health, and an expanded Emergency Department.

Texas Health Plano is a Level II Trauma Facility and the only health care provider in Collin County with Level IV NICU and Level IV Maternal Facility designations. We are also a DNV-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and Primary Heart Attack Center accredited by The Joint Commission in Hip and Knee Replacement. We are a four-time Magnet-designated hospital and home to the DFW area's only AACN Beacon Gold adult intensive care unit. Our team members enjoy outstanding benefits, including an on-site childcare center designed to support working parents.

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

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