Unit Secretary: Patient Care & Admin Support

Allegheny Health Network; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a unit secretary to perform secretarial and direct patient care duties for a designated unit. The role includes maintaining medical records and supporting patient care across all patient types.

Key tasks include accurate documentation of vital signs, orders transcription under nurse supervision, and clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, and interdepartmental communications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of patient care and/or administrative experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection and all other treatments. (20%).
• Transcribes orders in accordance with policies and procedures subject to the approval of a licensed nurse. Asks for clarification when necessary. (30%).
• Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer and discharge, maintenance of patient activities for the records, interdepartmental communications and unit reception. (30%).
• Demonstrates effective communication (verbal and written) with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care. (20%).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year of patient care and/or administrative experience

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a unit secretary to perform secretarial and direct patient care duties for a designated unit. The role includes maintaining medical records and supporting patient care across all patient types.

Key tasks include accurate documentation of vital signs, orders transcription under nurse supervision, and clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, and interdepartmental communications.