About this role
Embark on a rewarding career with The Hospitals of Providence - East Campus hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. At The Hospitals of Providence - East Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Shift: Day Job Type: Full Time
The Unit Secretary performs general clerical duties on a nursing unit by preparing, compiling, and maintaining records in a hospital nursing unit.
• Records, transmits and/or files written and verbal communications to, from, and within the nursing unit to staff, patients, and physicians. • Transcribes physicians’ orders. • Schedules and signs patients in and out for surgery, treatments, or tests as indicated. • Orders and stores unit supplies. • Makes necessary phone calls for special orders for doctors, patients, or nurses. • Maintains current and orderly chart files; assembles patients’ charts for transfers or discharges. • Answers telephone or intercom; records and relays messages. • Greets, directs, and instructs visitors as necessary. • Assist physicians in locating patients’ charts and appropriate primary nurse. • Prepares routine, confidential and/or special reports, documents, and records; assists with patient care/quality assurance audits.
Education:
• Required: High school diploma or equivalent Experience:
• Required: Must be familiar with medical terminology and have experience with the use of a computer • Preferred: Previous experience as a Unit Secretary Certifications:
• Not Applicable.