Unit Secretary: Patient Care Coordinator & Records Specialist

Encompass Health Corporation; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation seeks a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit with essential clerical duties, patient record maintenance, and coordination of unit operations to ensure safe, high-quality care. You will interact with patients, families, staff, and visitors, acting as a friendly central resource.

The role emphasizes accurate medical records, timely transcription of orders, and efficient scheduling of tests and transportation to aid seamless patient care.

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred.
• One year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred.
• Active enrollment in a healthcare program (such as nursing), familiarity with medical terminology, and experience in reading and transcribing medical orders are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients using appropriate labeling system.
• Accurately/efficiently 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 program enrollment

Education

Active enrollment in a healthcare program (such as nursing)

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation seeks a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit with essential clerical duties, patient record maintenance, and coordination of unit operations to ensure safe, high-quality care. You will interact with patients, families, staff, and visitors, acting as a friendly central resource.

The role emphasizes accurate medical records, timely transcription of orders, and efficient scheduling of tests and transportation to aid seamless patient care.