Unit Secretary & Medical Records Assistant

Capital Health (US); Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Health in Hopewell, VA is hiring for a full-time unit support role focused on accurate transcription of physicians’ orders and meticulous medical record handling. You will maintain charts, manage forms, and support daily unit operations to ensure efficient patient care.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, at least one year in a secretarial/medical setting, and basic medical terminology knowledge. Hours are 8 per day with benefits and workplace safety emphasized.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: One year in secretarial role or related medical program.
• Knowledge: Medical terminology.
• Special Training: Transcription skills.
• Mental/Behavioral: Customer focused.
• Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physicians’ orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Generates and maintains tools essential for patient care (Kardex, MAR, Nursing Flowsheets, charts).
• Creates and maintains patient charts per Medical Records guidelines.
• Maintains census and status boards, logs, and databases ensuring accuracy.
• Coordinates supplies and forms to keep unit running smoothly.
• Assists with call handling, patient directions, and staff communications.
• Prepares unit charges and supports discharge/transfer processes.

Skills

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Reception skills

Transcription skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Capital Health in Hopewell, VA is hiring for a full-time unit support role focused on accurate transcription of physicians’ orders and meticulous medical record handling. You will maintain charts, manage forms, and support daily unit operations to ensure efficient patient care.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, at least one year in a secretarial/medical setting, and basic medical terminology knowledge. Hours are 8 per day with benefits and workplace safety emphasized.