Unit Secretary - PRN Days

Select Specialty Hospital - Madison • Madison, WI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Specialty Hospital - Madison is a critical illness recovery hospital providing inpatient post-ICU services to chronically and critically ill patients who need extended healing and recovery. The Unit Secretary provides clerical services to patient care units, supporting care teams and helping coordinate administrative needs. This is a PRN/per diem, as-needed day position in Madison, Wisconsin, with a schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Compensation is $24.00 per hour.

The hospital offers an extensive orientation program and potential opportunities to pursue full-time work. Part-time and per-diem employees may be eligible for a 401(k) after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year.

Requirements

• Experience with medical files and terminology.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to patient care units, including transcribing orders, filing reports, and arranging transportation and follow-up or outside tests.
• Answer telephone calls and take and deliver messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintain close communication with the Charge Nurse or House Supervisor.
• Handle necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Order supplies as needed from Materials Management.
• Verify physician privileges before transcribing orders.
• Transcribe and flag orders from charts appropriately.
• Arrange patient transportation for tests not offered at the hospital.

Benefits

• Extensive orientation program.
• Potential advancement opportunities, including possible full-time opportunities.
• Benefits supporting financial, work/life, and emotional well-being for employees and their family members.
• 401(k) eligibility for part-time/per-diem employees after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year.

What This Job Offers

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