Unit Secretary Labor and Delivery

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Unit Secretary to enhance patient care coordination. This full-time role involves managing patient flow, processing orders, and providing vital clerical support within a dynamic healthcare environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a culture of respect and equity, ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care from a dedicated team of professionals.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage starting Day 1

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED required.
• Healthcare Unit Coordinator (HUC) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient flow and process patient orders.
• Prepare forms and communicate patient needs to the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Coordination

Clerical Support

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Business

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

At Saint Francis Hospital, the Unit Secretary is responsible for coordinating patient flow on the unit and providing clerical support to the team.

What you will do

• Coordinate patient flow on the unit
• Process patient orders
• Prepare and disassemble patient charts
• Prepare forms and documents required for patient care
• Communicate unit-related and patient-related needs to other departments and healthcare team members
• Request and obtain supplies and equipment
• Answer phones and greet visitors

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Business school or an Associate Degree in Business is preferred.
• Certification: Healthcare Unit Coordinator (HUC) certification is preferred.
• Ability to pass drug screening and background checks

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full-time, 36 hours per week, 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., including weekends and holidays as scheduled
• Competitive benefits
• Health insurance coverage starting Day 1
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. As part of Trinity Health Of New England, a leading multi-institutional Catholic health system, it is a Level 1 Trauma Center with 617 beds, serving as a major teaching hospital. Other entities include the Comprehensive Women’s Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the U.S., built on our Mission and Core Values. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing the value of varied experiences, abilities, and talents. Our workforce reflects this diversity, enabling us to provide accessible and equitable care. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.