Unit Secretary | Rehabilitation OrthoSpine

experiencedAlliedHealth; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rehabilitation & Orthospine Unit at MUHA is seeking a dedicated Unit Secretary to keep the unit organized, efficient, and connected. You will handle physician orders, update patient charts, and coordinate unit communications.

You’ll support the Charge Nurse and Clinical Director, mentor new clerks, and ensure smooth daily operations, documentation accuracy, and proper supplies management for safe, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong reading and writing skills.
• Previous computer experience, knowledge, or training.
• Adequate typing and keyboarding skills.

Responsibilities

• Process physician orders accurately and efficiently.
• Enter and maintain information in patient charts and electronic systems.
• Ensure patient charts contain the necessary forms and documentation.
• Answer and appropriately direct telephone calls and unit communications.
• Maintain supplies, forms, and other items for the unit through Materials Management.
• Serve as a central point of communication for the nursing unit.
• Support the Charge Nurse and Clinical Director with administrative needs.
• May serve as a preceptor for new Unit Clerks and assist with orientation.
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and respect in all interactions.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support patient-centered care.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Be the Connection Behind Exceptional Patient Care!

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001542 LAN - Rehab Center - IP (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Join our Rehabilitation & Orthospine Unit as a Unit Secretary and play an essential role in keeping the unit organized, efficient, and connected. You’ll serve as a key resource for patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team while helping ensure the daily operations of the unit run smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Process physician orders accurately and efficiently.
• Enter and maintain appropriate information in patient charts and electronic systems.
• Ensure patient charts contain the necessary forms and documentation.
• Answer and appropriately direct telephone calls and unit communications.
• Maintain adequate supplies, forms, and other needed items for the unit through Materials Management.
• Serve as a central point of communication for the nursing unit.
• Support the Charge Nurse and Clinical Director with administrative and clerical needs.
• May serve as a preceptor for new Unit Clerks and assist with their orientation and training.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical behavior, confidentiality, and respect in all interactions.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to support safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong reading and writing skills.
• Previous computer experience, knowledge, or training.
• Adequate typing and keyboarding skills.

License & Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

Why This Role Matte rs

As a Unit Secretary, you help keep the Rehabilitation & Orthospine Unit moving. From coordinating information and maintaining accurate documentation to ensuring the clinical team has the resources they need, your attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively directly support the delivery of quality patient care.

If you’re organized, dependable, compassionate, and enjoy being an essential part of a healthcare team, we’d love to have you join us

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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