Unit Secretary - Med Surg

Lifepoint Health • Benton, AR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Saline Memorial Hospital is seeking a Part Time Unit Secretary for the Medical Surgical unit. This role is part of Lifepoint Health, a healthcare delivery network committed to employee well-being and making communities healthier. The unit fosters a positive, patient-centered environment built on teamwork, compassion, and clear communication, where collaboration is valued and staff support each other to provide safe, high-quality care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 months of healthcare experience preferred.
• Certifications: None required; BCLS preferred.

Nice To Haves

• BCLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Greets and escorts patients, families, and visitors to appropriate hospital areas.
• Understands and adheres to patient safety procedures, including restraints, seizures, and fall precautions.
• Assists in patient transport while maintaining safety protocols.
• Supports discharge planning by gathering information, communicating with agencies, and scheduling procedures.
• Schedules admissions, creates reservations, and assigns beds in the system when appropriate.
• Responds to patient call lights, triaging simple vs. complex requests; assists licensed staff and CNAs as directed.
• Performs guest relations tasks such as arranging trays, securing patient valuables, providing consent forms, and coordinating family accommodations.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED