Unit Secretary: Patient Care & Admin Support (Night)

Community Health Systems; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Newport, TN, seeks a Unit Secretary to support patient care as the unit receptionist and data-entry focal point. You will handle orders, scheduling, and coordination with the care team during night shifts.

The role requires basic medical terminology knowledge, 0–2 years of receptionist experience, and strong HIPAA compliance and communication skills to ensure accurate records and patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Unit Secretary/medical terminology training preferred.
• 0-2 years receptionist or secretarial training required.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge required.
• HIPAA confidentiality and data handling.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enter orders into computer system with minimal shortages.
• Answer phones, manage patient records, schedule appointments.
• Maintain patient charts and distribute labs/reports in EMR.
• Notify physicians and assist with labs and patient lists.
• Prioritize STAT orders and urgent needs.
• Greet patients and coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Medical terminology

Data entry

HIPAA compliance

Microsoft Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Team relationships

Education

Unit Secretary course

Medical Terminology course

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Community Health Systems in Newport, TN, seeks a Unit Secretary to support patient care as the unit receptionist and data-entry focal point. You will handle orders, scheduling, and coordination with the care team during night shifts.

The role requires basic medical terminology knowledge, 0–2 years of receptionist experience, and strong HIPAA compliance and communication skills to ensure accurate records and patient confidentiality.