Unit Secretary & Patient Care Coordinator

Encompass Health Corporation; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and education

401(k) and employee stock purchase

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Unit Secretary to support a nursing unit and ensure seamless patient care in a community-focused environment. You will provide vital clerical support, coordinate records and orders, and assist patients, families, staff, and visitors at the nursing station.

Join a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader that values employees and community. CPR certification is preferred, and one year of inpatient unit secretary experience is favored for the role.

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred.
• One year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred.
• Active enrollment in a healthcare program and familiarity with medical terminology are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients using appropriate labeling system.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients using appropriate labeling system.
• Accurately/transcribe medical orders and distribute to other disciplines as needed.
• Act as a helpful resource for patients, families, physicians, and visitors at the nursing station.
• Coordinate unit operations to optimize the delivery of safe patient care.
• Schedule tests, appointments and transportation as needed in a timely manner.
• Serve as a liaison for inquiries, directing them to the appropriate person for resolution.

Skills

CPR certification

Inpatient unit secretary experience

Healthcare terminology

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Unit Secretary to support a nursing unit and ensure seamless patient care in a community-focused environment. You will provide vital clerical support, coordinate records and orders, and assist patients, families, staff, and visitors at the nursing station.

Join a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader that values employees and community. CPR certification is preferred, and one year of inpatient unit secretary experience is favored for the role.