Unit Secretary: Patient-Centered Care & Admin Coordination

Encompass Health Corporation; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

HSA/FSAs

Vibrant team culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit and help ensure seamless patient care in a community-focused environment. You will handle vital clerical tasks, maintain accurate medical records, and assist patients, families and staff at the nursing station.

The role emphasizes documentation accuracy, coordination of unit operations, and timely scheduling of tests and transportation to uphold safe, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred.
• One year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred.
• Active enrollment in a healthcare program (such as nursing) preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.
• Experience in reading and transcribing medical orders 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/efficiently transcribe medical orders and distributes 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

Medical terminology

Reading & transcribing orders

Education

Active enrollment in healthcare program (nursing)

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit and help ensure seamless patient care in a community-focused environment. You will handle vital clerical tasks, maintain accurate medical records, and assist patients, families and staff at the nursing station.

The role emphasizes documentation accuracy, coordination of unit operations, and timely scheduling of tests and transportation to uphold safe, high-quality care.