Unit Secretary (Weekends Only)

ClearSky Health; Heath (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

ClearSky Health is seeking a Weekend Unit Secretary to provide clerical support within the nursing unit. The role ensures smooth day-to-day operations, maintains patient records, and handles calls and visitor inquiries with professionalism.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently on weekends while upholding safety and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in clerical or administrative support preferred.
• Demonstrates computer literacy and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support for the nursing unit and maintains patient records and charts.
• Answers telephone calls, relays information, and directs visitors and staff as needed.
• Ensures timely completion of tests and safe operation of equipment; maintains department safety and cleanliness.
• Performs other duties to support the unit and organization.

Skills

Clerical duties

Data entry

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.The Unit Secretary (Weekends Only) performs clerical and non-professional services necessary in maintaining the smooth day to day operation of the nursing unit; assists in maintenance of safe and clean environment. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.Essential Functions:Provides administrative support for all employees within an assigned nursing unit. Performs administrative activities in compliance with all regulations.Maintains and updates paperwork such as patient records, charts, discharge orders, etc.Answers the telephone, determines the nature of the call and appropriately relays information within the Hospital as necessary, and answers call lights from nurse's stations.Relays patient requests to appropriate personnel and gives directions/information to visitors, guests, patients/residents, doctors, sales representatives, etc.Ensures timeliness of laboratory, radiology and other tests ordered for the patients.Maintains and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.Completed required trainings, as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.Minimum Job RequirementsMinimum Education & Experience:High school diploma or GED requiredOne year of clerical or administrative assistant experience preferredTwo (2) years’ experience in health care setting preferredRequired Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver’s license, and insurability.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.Demonstrates critical thinking skills.Effective organizational and time management skills.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.Ability to work independently.Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.Both gross and precise motor functions.Lifting/exerting of up to 25 lbs.Possible exposure to bodily fluids.Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.