Unit Secretary I - Patient Flow & Records Pro

Brown Medicine; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health seeks an unit secretary to coordinate patient activity and information on the unit, following approved policies. You will work as part of the health care team and perform a range of clerical duties to support patient care and unit operations.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, basic computer literacy, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a busy clinical setting.
• Basic computer literacy required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Read, write, and speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate flow of patient activity and information on unit/clinic.
• Perform clerical duties as part of the health care team.
• Use hospital computer systems to enter and verify orders.
• Transcribe orders and file medical records.
• Page physicians and staff as needed.
• Maintain patient charts and Continuity of Care documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Brown University Health seeks an unit secretary to coordinate patient activity and information on the unit, following approved policies. You will work as part of the health care team and perform a range of clerical duties to support patient care and unit operations.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, basic computer literacy, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced hospital environment.