Unit Secretary, General Medicine, PRN Days

Atrium Health; Ardmore (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Unit Secretary for the General Medicine unit in Winston-Salem. The role requires performing clerical duties, supporting patient care, and effective communication. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and basic clerical experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a unit secretary course preferred.
• Clerical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports assigned unit by performing clerical duties such as secretarial and receptionist activities.
• Completes clerical duties for patient scheduling, admissions, procedures, and discharges under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Communicates effectively with team members, patients, and family.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to develop transcription skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Completion of a unit secretary course or equivalent Unit Secretary experience preferred

Job description

Between June 14, 2025, and July 1, 2025 Atrium Health is transitioning to a new application platform to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring processes. To ensure a smooth transition and data integrity during this transition we have temporarily limited the number of job postings on the career website.

While active job postings may be reduced during this phase, it is important to note that Atrium Health remains committed to engaging with and attracting top talent. We encourage interested candidates to proactively connect with us by joining one of our established talent communities. Moreover, we will continue hosting in-person and virtual events, offering unique platforms for potential candidates to interact with Atrium Health representatives, learn about our career paths, and gain a deeper understanding of our mission and values.

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Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 159882
Job Family: Clerical Support
Status: Part Time
Shift: Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule: PRN every other Saturday and Sunday that is already determined.
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085030405-Nursing - 9 Ardmore East

Unit Secretary, General Medicine, PRN Days, Winston-Salem

JOB SUMMARY: Supports assigned unit by performing clerical duties such as secretarial, receptionist and other designated activities. Provides indirect care following physician and nursing orders to achieve the highest standards of age/developmentally specific care.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a unit secretary course or equivalent Unit Secretary experience preferred. Clerical experience preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: N/A

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Completes clerical duties for patient scheduling, admissions, procedures, transfers, surgeries, discharges and deaths under the direction of a Registered Nurse. 2. Handles and screens incoming calls and transmits messages as necessary. 3. Contributes to a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for patients, visitors, physicians and co- workers by following established procedures. 4. Ensures complete, confidential, accurate, and timely communication of patient information. 5. Completes requisitions, data entry, and nursing communication forms. 6. Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients and family members in an effective, positive and professional manner. 7. Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance, professional growth and development. 8. Conducts work in an organized, quiet, efficient manner and demonstrates ability to cope with stressful situations. 9. Completes assigned unit responsibilities and assists other staff members in completion of their duties when time permits. 10.Provides age/developmental appropriate patient care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Basic computer skills Strong oral and written communication skills Performs effectively with frequent workload changes and competing demands Ability to develop transcription skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Interaction with multiple levels of staff and departments Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases Subject to multiple interruptions Long periods on a computer Possible exposure to cleaning agents/chemicals Occasionally subject to irregular hours

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Amount of time spent performing the following activities: 0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum