Unit Secretary - Med Surg - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Unit Secretary assists staff by performing clerical duties and maintains and updates patient records in a timely, orderly manner. The role acknowledges customers upon arrival to the unit and demonstrates an enthusiastic, friendly approach. It involves constant interaction with internal and external customers, including patients, families, physicians, employees, and visitors. The position is in the Med/Surg/Hospitalist department at St. Francis Hospital and is scheduled for 36 hours per week on days/evenings.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited high school or have a GED equivalency.
• Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology.
• Skill in English grammar and spelling.
• Neat, legible handwriting.
• Ability to file and maintain patient records, files, and reports.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to use office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals, and printers.
• Ability to read and comprehend.
• Previous secretarial experience is desirable.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) card is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Previous secretarial experience.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) card.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties to assist staff.
• Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner.
• Acknowledge customers upon arrival to the unit and provide a friendly, enthusiastic approach.
• Interact with patients, families, physicians, employees, visitors, and other internal and external customers.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

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