Unit Secretary: Patient Care & Admin Coordinator

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Unit Secretary to support patient-centered care by performing clerical tasks on a day shift. The role includes data entry, EMR management, and coordinating admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Ideal candidates have 0-2 years of receptionist experience and coursework in Unit Secretary or Medical Terminology; HIPAA compliance and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Unit Secretary or Medical Terminology course preferred.
• 0-2 years of receptionist or secretarial training required.

Responsibilities

• Enter orders accurately into the system to minimize shortages.
• Answer phones, manage patient records, and schedule appointments in the EMR.
• Maintain patient charts and ensure labs, consults, and reports are retrieved promptly.
• Follow consult procedures and notify physicians; assist with labs and patient lists.
• Prioritize urgent tasks, including STAT orders and urgent needs.
• Greet patients, coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers, and respond to requests.
• Maintain attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Medical terminology

Technology adaptability

Microsoft Office

HIPAA confidentiality

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Relationship building

Education

Unit Secretary course

Medical Terminology course

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Unit Secretary to support patient-centered care by performing clerical tasks on a day shift. The role includes data entry, EMR management, and coordinating admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Ideal candidates have 0-2 years of receptionist experience and coursework in Unit Secretary or Medical Terminology; HIPAA compliance and strong communication skills are essential.