Unit Secretary: Frontline Patient Care & Coordination

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California (USC) Verdugo Hills Hospital is a Keck Medicine facility in the Foothills area of Los Angeles. The Unit Secretary provides friendly reception on the nursing unit and coordinates patient care activities, while handling clerical tasks and maintaining accurate records.

Minimum education is High School or equivalent, with strong English communication and medical terminology knowledge. Preferred one year of acute care unit secretary experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong customer service orientation and professional demeanor.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and internet usage.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Good telephone skills.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire for ED/Geropsych.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and communication functions on assigned nursing unit.
• Provide courteous reception and coordinate activities for patient care.
• Assist with documentation and unit organization as needed.

Skills

English communication

Customer service

Microsoft Word

Medical terminology

Telephone skills

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Southern California (USC) Verdugo Hills Hospital is a Keck Medicine facility in the Foothills area of Los Angeles. The Unit Secretary provides friendly reception on the nursing unit and coordinates patient care activities, while handling clerical tasks and maintaining accurate records.

Minimum education is High School or equivalent, with strong English communication and medical terminology knowledge. Preferred one year of acute care unit secretary experience.