Unit Secretary-Neuro Stepdown

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to support a busy clinical unit. You will manage clerical and reception duties, coordinate communications between patients, families and healthcare teams, and help maintain accurate documentation to sustain efficient unit operations.

Required: a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of healthcare experience. Preferred: prior unit secretary experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience in a healthcare setting such as a medical office, hospital, or laboratory.
• Preferred: previous unit secretary experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all clerical and reception duties for your assigned unit.
• Ensure smooth communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support unit operations.
• Follow the Henry Ford Health Systems Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Role Overview

As a Unit Secretary, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of your assigned unit by managing all clerical and reception duties. You'll support healthcare professionals, patients, and families, contributing to a seamless and compassionate care experience. Your work is essential to maintaining the efficiency and excellence of our healthcare services.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Manage all clerical and reception duties for your assigned unit.
• Ensure smooth communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support unit operations.
• Follow the Henry Ford Health Systems Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• One year of experience in a healthcare setting such as a medical office, hospital, or laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a unit secretary.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you’ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with dedicated professionals, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.