Unit Secretary

Lifepoint Health • Athens, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Mary's Inpatient Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified
healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a
profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional
care to others. As a Unit Secretary joining our team, you're embracing a vital
mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful
journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable
difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

St. Mary's Inpatient Rehabilitation offers transitional inpatient therapy and
education for those with physical disabilities resulting from injury or illness.
Our CARF-accredited center helps patients maximize function and independence
while preparing them for their return home. The Inpatient Rehabilitation is a
team of healthcare professionals working together to serve people with
functional disabilities, their families, and the community, along with St Mary's
Health Care System. We are helping our patients reach their full potential for
independent living through education, therapeutic activities, and quality
medical care.

A Unit Secretary who excels in this role:

Supports nursing department operations by assisting with administrative duties
such as greeting visitors, scheduling appointments, transferring phone calls,
admitting and discharging patients, communicating and coordinating between
physicians, nursing staff and other hospital staff. May transcribe physician
orders and file paperwork. May assist with patient care as trained.

Requirements

• High school diploma required, with two years of college level education preferred.
• Computer experience required.
• Must have the ability to work with all levels of medical personnel, patients and families.
• Ability to speak and write concisely with knowledge of medical terminology desirable.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures visitors are acknowledged quickly and helps direct them and answer any questions.
• Initiates medical record upon admission. Maintains said record during patient stay, and closes the record upon patient discharge within the electronic medical record.
• Ensures that all patient and special charges are processed.
• Initiates follow-up regarding doctors’ orders.
• Serves as unit receptionist for incoming and outgoing calls and visitor information
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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