Unit Secretary (Full-time, Days)

102 Newark Wayne Community Hospital & DeMay; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

102 Newark Wayne Community Hospital & DeMay is seeking a Unit Secretary to support nursing staff with communications, process management and supplies on the Med Surg unit in Newark, NY.

The role is 36 hours per week, Monday–Friday with every other weekend, shifts 5:30am–6:30pm or 6:00am–6:30pm, and requires strong documentation, organization, and PC skills.

Qualifications

• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior.
• Excellent communications and organization skills.
• Demonstrated experience with PC and office software programs.

Responsibilities

• Daily Administration. Answer calls, route inquiries, support nurses and physicians, sort mail, create work orders and HELPSTAR tickets, report unit needs, and maintain inventory.
• Patient Care. Perform daily rounding of patients on unit, update whiteboards and ensure safety measures; respond to patient calls and monitor arrivals/discharges.
• Documentation. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Office software

Job description

SUMMARY

As a Unit Secretary, you are an integral part of the nursing unit, which relies on your help with communications, process management and supplies. Job Title: Unit Secretary Department: Med Surg Location: Newark-Wayne Community Hospital Hours Per Week: 36 hours Schedule: Monday-Friday and every other weekend, 5:30a-6:30p or 6a-6:30p

ATTRIBUTES

• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
• Excellent communications and organization skills
• Demonstrated experience with PC and office software programs

RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Administration. Answer telephone/route calls, provide administrative support for nurses and physicians, sort and distribute mail; create work orders, HELPSTAR tickets and report any unit requirements to appropriate department; maintain inventory and supply levels for unit

Patient Care. Perform daily rounding of patients on unit, update whiteboards and ensure all safety measures are in place; respond to patient’s call for service as needed; maintain awareness of arrivals and discharges on unit

Documentation. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$17.25 - $19.89 CITY: Newark POSTAL CODE: 14513 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

EEO STATEMENTS

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond.

The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials.

It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.