Unit Secretary Openings!

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Unit Secretary to manage clerical and customer service tasks within the nursing unit. This role focuses on organizing information, coordinating unit activities, and supporting patient care delivery while requiring effective communication skills and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience: Secretarial experience is preferred.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform receptionist and clerical duties for the nursing unit.
• Coordinate work within the unit and communicate relevant information.
• Handle customer service interactions through phone and in-person.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

The Unit Secretary (US) is responsible for performing a variety of receptionist and clerical duties relating to the updating and organizing of information and supplies on the nursing unites, coordinating work within the unit as well as with other units and departments, reporting pertinent information to the immediate supervisor, responding to inquiries and requests from staff, patients, and visitors, and supporting patient care delivery. This position has front line responsibility for handling customer service interactions through telephone and personal contact and facilitating unit efficiency. Where appropriate, this employee will answer phones, schedule appointments, call physician offices as requested and accurately provide information to affiliated providers. This position has no responsibility for the assessment, treatment or care of patients, however the ability to communicate and interact with patients / public / staff of all ages is required.

Education :

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience :

Computer experience is required.

Secretarial experience is preferred.

Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.