Unit Secretary - Acute Care

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Secretary reports to the Nurse Manager. Under indirect supervision, the Unit Secretary handles all incoming and outgoing communications and is responsible for accurately performing all clerical duties for the clinical unit. This position processes physicians' orders, maintains unit charts, records, supplies and equipment. This role is the direct line of communication between the patient care unit and support services. The Unit Secretary also assists in orienting and training new personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Basic keyboarding skills required.
• Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 2 weeks of hire.
• Must maintain a Current Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Nice To Haves

• Medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handles all incoming and outgoing communications.
• Accurately performs all clerical duties for the clinical unit.
• Processes physicians' orders.
• Maintains unit charts, records, supplies and equipment.
• Serves as the direct line of communication between the patient care unit and support services.
• Assists in orienting and training new personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED