Unit Secretary: Patient Care Coordinator (Day Shift)

Craig Hospital; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Craig Hospital in Englewood, CO is seeking a diligent Unit Secretary to join our nursing units as the communication hub. You will greet visitors, manage calls, and support patient records and provider orders in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 1+ year healthcare experience, and strong organizational and computer skills. This on-site role offers day shifts and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the AHA.
• 1+ years of experience in a patient care setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to remain organized and effective while managing competing priorities and frequent interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary receptionist for your assigned patient care area, greeting visitors and answering incoming calls professionally and courteously.
• Communicate information accurately and efficiently with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other hospital departments.
• Provide clerical support to the nursing team, including maintaining patient records and processing provider orders.
• Respond to multiple alarm and communication systems within the patient care environment.
• Answer patient call lights promptly and ensure urgent needs are communicated to nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate patient census information, including admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining unit supplies.
• Retrieve and communicate laboratory and radiology information as needed.
• Support onboarding and training of new staff members in clerical and transcription responsibilities.
• Help maintain a positive, organized, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Skills

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Medical terminology

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification (Healthcare)

Unit Secretary experience

Job description

Craig Hospital in Englewood, CO is seeking a diligent Unit Secretary to join our nursing units as the communication hub. You will greet visitors, manage calls, and support patient records and provider orders in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 1+ year healthcare experience, and strong organizational and computer skills. This on-site role offers day shifts and a comprehensive benefits package.