Unit Secretary - MSU at Ball Memorial - Part Time Days

IU Health • Muncie, IN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Secretary supports the Patient Care Unit at Ball Memorial Hospital’s Adult Medical Stroke Unit. The role ensures accurate and complete information is received from patients to support coordination and communication among physicians, unit staff, and ancillary departments. The Unit Secretary schedules daily tests and procedures, maintains a comprehensive and current record of patient tests and procedures, and signs patients in and out of the unit. The position also provides receptionist functions, alerts unit management to issues or needs involving unit policies, procedures, or practices, and performs clerical duties associated with supporting the Patient Care Unit.

The position is part time, scheduled for two 12.5-hour days per week, 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with every third weekend and holiday rotation. The position will not start until January 10, 2027.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to complete required training program, if applicable.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of Medical Assistant or Medical Secretary classes, or equivalent experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in a health care setting.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Scan medical records.
• Communicate with patients and visitors.
• Ensure accurate and complete patient information is received to facilitate coordination and communication among physicians, unit staff, and ancillary departments.
• Schedule daily tests and procedures and maintain a comprehensive, up-to-date record of patient tests and procedures.
• Sign patients in and out of the unit.
• Provide receptionist functions for the unit.
• Alert unit management to issues or needs regarding unit policies, procedures, or practices.
• Perform clerical duties associated with supporting the Patient Care Unit.

Benefits

• Access to opportunities for learning and development, including advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

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