Unit Secretary - General Surgery - Baird 6

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center seeks a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit with essential secretarial duties and administrative tasks. This role serves as a key liaison for the health care team and adjacent departments, patients and families.

Ideal candidates have prior office or health care experience and the ability to organize information, manage receptionist duties, and assist with patient flow and workflow on the unit.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous employment in an office or health care environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support to the nursing unit staff.
• Act as a pivotal communication link among the health care team, other departments, patients and families.

Skills

Office administration

Communication

Team support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Unit Secretary is responsible for the secretarial aspects of the nursing unit. She/he acts as a support person to the nursing staff and other members of the health care team for indirect aspects of patient care. This position functions as a pivotal communication link between the health care team, other departments and patients and families.

EDUCATION:

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

Previous employment in an office or health care environment.