Unit Secretary

Baptist Healthcare System • Elizabethtown, KY

5d

About The Position

The Unit Secretary performs clerical and receptionist duties for the nursing unit and coordinates patient flow under the direction of the Charge Nurse. The role includes clerical work related to admissions, discharges, and transfers; timely handling and communication of telephone messages; and coordinating patient appointments for testing and physician follow-up. The Unit Secretary prioritizes work to meet patient care and unit needs. This position is part-time, on 3 North Tower Medical Surgical, Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and receptionist duties for the nursing unit.
• Coordinate patient flow under the direction of the Charge Nurse.
• Perform clerical duties related to admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Send, receive, and communicate telephone messages to appropriate people in a timely manner.
• Coordinate patient appointments for testing and physician follow-up.
• Prioritize work to meet patient care and unit needs.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance reimbursement program
• Paid time off available for use upon hire
• Company-paid maternity and paternity leave
• Bereavement leave, including for pets
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with company match

What This Job Offers

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