Unit Secretary

• Greets and assists patients, visitors, and staff in a courteous and professional manner
• Answers, screens, and routes telephone calls; pages overhead and calls codes as necessary
• Assists with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers
• Maintains and updates patient charts and medical records
• Orders, stocks, and organizes unit supplies and equipment
• Provides supportive care under the supervision of nursing staff (e.g., hygiene, nutrition, mobility assistance)
• Transports patients and specimens within the hospital
• Assists with patient room setup and turnover, including cleaning and linen changes
• Helps with patient identification and orientation to the unit
• Follows infection control and safety procedures, including proper disposal and equipment sanitation
• Participates in hospital safety practices, including huddles, briefs, debriefs, and use of learning boards

• Strong critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to read and write legibly and follow directions accurately
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team
• Must remain calm and function effectively under stressful or emergency situations
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to care for diverse patient populations
• Physical ability to perform tasks including standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and transporting patients
• Familiarity with standard precautions and infection control practices
• Comfortable using computer systems and electronic health records

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a nursing assistant or medical office assistant program preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within timeframe specified in facility policy
• Registration with the State Board of Nursing Aide Registry preferred

• Prior experience in a hospital or patient care setting preferred
• Successful completion of hospital orientation and competency requirements is required

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