Unit Secretary Labor and Delivery Unit

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Secretary provides clerical support for the Labor and Delivery Unit at Butterworth Hospital. The unit is a fast-paced procedural environment similar to a surgical setting, with 28 beds, 11 triage spaces, five prep and recovery bays, and three operating rooms; it averages 8,000 births per year.

This is a fast-paced role that requires strong communication, prioritization, and multitasking skills. The position works the night shift, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., for 24 scheduled hours per week, with variable workdays and every third weekend. Orientation includes four weeks of unit-specific training and may include day-shift training with a preceptor before transitioning to the regular night-shift schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Strong communication, prioritization, and multitasking skills are necessary for the fast-paced role.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to the unit and serve as a resource for team members.
• Help sanitize and turn over rooms between patients.
• Answer phone calls and help manage traffic into and out of the locked unit.
• Provide wayfinding directions to visitors and outside team members, including laboratory, radiology, patient transport, nutrition services, and environmental services staff.
• Page overhead and call for support when directed by clinical staff.
• Assist with discharge, admission, and transfer charting in EPIC.
• Order supplies and ensure rooms are appropriately stocked.
• Answer call lights for non-direct patient-care needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings. Benefits eligibility depends on employment type and status.

What This Job Offers

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