Unit Secretary: Patient Care & Administrative Support

Palmetto-General-Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto-General-Hospital is seeking a unit secretary to perform general secretarial and clerical duties in patient care areas, interacting with patients, families, and physicians. You will assist nursing staff, coordinate unit activity, and oversee the nurses' desk while managing forms and supplies.

The role may require working beyond standard hours or transferring to another patient care unit as needed, with emphasis on accuracy, communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years in a clinical/medical office setting as unit secretary or similar.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of medical terminology; legible handwriting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• Completion of an approved unit secretary program or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Perform general secretarial and clerical duties in patient care areas.
• Interact with patients, families, and physicians on a daily basis.
• Assist nursing staff in coordinating unit activity.
• Oversee the orderliness of nurses' desk areas and order forms and other clerical supplies.
• May work beyond the regular tour of duty or move to another patient care unit as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Typing

Education

High school diploma

GED accepted

Office administration coursework

Job description

Palmetto-General-Hospital is seeking a unit secretary to perform general secretarial and clerical duties in patient care areas, interacting with patients, families, and physicians. You will assist nursing staff, coordinate unit activity, and oversee the nurses' desk while managing forms and supplies.

The role may require working beyond standard hours or transferring to another patient care unit as needed, with emphasis on accuracy, communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.