Unit Secretary & Patient Care Coordinator

Highmark Health; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health in Monroeville, PA is seeking a unit secretary to perform secretarial and direct patient care duties on a designated unit. The role involves maintaining medical records and providing care to patients across various units.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of patient care or administrative experience, and knowledge of medical terminology. Prior unit secretary experience is preferred, along with PCA/EMT background.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 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 treatments.
• Transcribes orders according to policies and procedures with nurse approval; asks for clarification when needed.
• Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer and discharge, maintains records, interdepartmental communications and unit reception.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication with patients, families, physicians and healthcare team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Medical terminology

Effective communication

Patient care experience

Administrative support

PCA/EMT experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Unit secretary program graduate (preferred)

Job description

Highmark Health in Monroeville, PA is seeking a unit secretary to perform secretarial and direct patient care duties on a designated unit. The role involves maintaining medical records and providing care to patients across various units.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of patient care or administrative experience, and knowledge of medical terminology. Prior unit secretary experience is preferred, along with PCA/EMT background.