Unit Secretary - Full-Time Days

Select Medical; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Generous PTO and 401(K) with company‑s

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Columbus is seeking a Unit Secretary to provide clerical support on patient care units, including transcription of orders, filing of reports, and coordinating transportation and follow-up tests. The role requires strong communication with nurses and staff.

The position offers full-time hours with day shifts, and a supportive organization focused on high-quality inpatient post-ICU care. A high school diploma and familiarity with medical terminology are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with medical files and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to the patient care units, including correct transcription of orders, filing of all reports and arranging for transportation and follow-up/outside tests.
• Answering the telephone, taking and delivering messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintaining close communication with the Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handling all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ordering supplies, as needed, from Materials Management.
• Verifying physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Appropriately transcribing and flagging orders from charts.
• Arranging for transport of patients for tests that are not offered in the hospital.

Skills

Medical terminology

Filing

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Position: Unit Secretary

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus - Vic Village (Dennison Ave)

Schedule: Full-time / 12-hour Shifts / Day Shifts (7am - 7pm)Compensation: $18.05 - $22.00 per hour (depending on years of experience)

Select Specialty Hospitalis a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and every team member plays a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive insurance coverage, health, dental vision, life insurance. Generous PTO and 401(K) with company match.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 nationwide committed to providing exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to the patient care units, including correct transcription of orders, filing of all reports and arranging for transportation and follow-up/outside tests.
• Answering the telephone, taking and delivering messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintaining close communication with the Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handling all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ordering supplies, as needed, from Materials Management.
• Verifying physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Appropriately transcribing and flagging orders from charts.
• Arranging for transport of patients for tests that are not offered in the hospital.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with medical files and terminology.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans