Unit Secretary - Per Diem Days

Select Medical; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunities for advancement

Benefits supporting well-being

401k eligibility for part-time/per-die

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Columbus seeks a Unit Secretary for per diem day shifts. The role supports patient care units with clerical tasks, order transcription, messages, and transport coordination, while coordinating with nursing leadership. Flexible, PRN schedule with competitive hourly compensation.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and experience with medical files and terminology; orientation is provided to ensure a smooth transition into the hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with medical files and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to the patient care units, including correct transcription of orders, filing of all reports and arranging for transportation and follow-up/outside tests.
• Answering the telephone, taking and delivering messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintaining close communication with the Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handling all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ordering supplies, as needed, from Materials Management.
• Verifying physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Appropriately transcribing and flagging orders from charts.
• Arranging for transport of patients for tests that are not offered in the hospital.

Skills

Medical terminology

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Position: Unit Secretary - Per Diem Days

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus - Vic Village (Dennison Ave)

Schedule: PRN / Per Diem / 12-Hour Shifts / DaysCompensation: $22 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and every team member plays a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to the patient care units, including correct transcription of orders, filing of all reports and arranging for transportation and follow-up/outside tests.
• Answering the telephone, taking and delivering messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintaining close communication with the Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handling all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ordering supplies, as needed, from Materials Management.
• Verifying physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Appropriately transcribing and flagging orders from charts.
• Arranging for transport of patients for tests that are not offered in the hospital.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with medical files and terminology.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans