Unit Secretary — Flexible Benefits & Patient Care

Encompass Health Corporation; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) company match

Flexible spending accounts

Stock purchase plans

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation in Bristol, VA is hiring a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit and ensure seamless patient care. You will handle medical records labeling, transcribe orders, and serve as a friendly resource for patients, families, and staff at the nursing station.

This role emphasizes coordinating unit operations, scheduling tests and transportation, and helping maintain accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred.
• One year inpatient unit secretary experience preferred.
• Active enrollment in a healthcare program with familiarity with medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients using appropriate labeling.
• Transcribe medical orders accurately and distribute to disciplines as needed.
• Serve as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff, and visitors at the nursing station.
• Coordinate unit operations to optimize safe patient care delivery.
• Schedule tests, appointments, and transportation as needed.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Enrollment in healthcare program (e.g., nursing)

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation in Bristol, VA is hiring a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit and ensure seamless patient care. You will handle medical records labeling, transcribe orders, and serve as a friendly resource for patients, families, and staff at the nursing station.

This role emphasizes coordinating unit operations, scheduling tests and transportation, and helping maintain accurate documentation.