Unit Secretary

Lifepoint Health • Kennewick, WA

3d • $22 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides administrative support for scheduling, admitting, medical records, discharge planning, and secretarial functions for the department. Performs limited patient-related activities for the following populations: Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric; occasionally Neonate/Infant and Pediatric. Functions in a multi-skilled environment requiring customer service and clerical skills with some patient-related activities. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; two years of college-level education preferred.
• Prior hospital experience preferred.
• Computer experience required; EMR/electronic documentation familiarity desirable.
• Ability to speak and write concisely; knowledge of medical terminology desirable.
• Works effectively with all levels of medical personnel, patients, and families; strong customer service; reliability and attention to detail

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

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional development opportunities, cross-training and CE dollars
• And much more…

What This Job Offers

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