Unit Secretary: Essential Care Coordinator

Encompass Health; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company 401(k) matched plan

Flexible spending and Health Savings

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit, handle clerical tasks, and serve as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff, and visitors. You will maintain medical records, transcribe orders, coordinate operations, and help schedule tests and transportation in a fast-paced inpatient setting.

This role offers opportunities to grow within a nationwide rehabilitation leader and to contribute to delivering safe, high-quality patient care in a community-focused

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred.
• One year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred.
• Active enrollment in a healthcare program is encouraged.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and transcribing orders is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients with proper labeling.
• Transcribe medical orders accurately and distribute to other disciplines as needed.
• Serve as a helpful resource for patients, families, physicians, and visitors at the nursing station.
• Coordinate unit operations to optimize safe patient care delivery.
• Schedule tests, appointments, and transportation in a timely manner.
• Serve as a liaison, directing inquiries to the appropriate person for resolution.
• Support nursing staff to ensure smooth unit workflow.

Skills

CPR certification

Inpatient unit secretary experience

Familiarity with medical terminology

Transcribing medical orders

Education

Active enrollment in a healthcare program

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit, handle clerical tasks, and serve as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff, and visitors. You will maintain medical records, transcribe orders, coordinate operations, and help schedule tests and transportation in a fast-paced inpatient setting.

This role offers opportunities to grow within a nationwide rehabilitation leader and to contribute to delivering safe, high-quality patient care in a community-focused