Unit Secretary - Med/Surg - Full Time - Nights

Responsibilities

The Unit Secretary provides clerical support for the functions of the clinical unit. The Unit Secretary receptionist duties include greeting visitors in a friendly manner, courteously answering the telephone and taking accurate messages, and maintaining communication with physicians, ancillary departments and supervisors. Enters and updates computer information. Assists in maintaining supplies for the unit. Ensures proper handling of patient charts from admission to transfer, to include assembly and disassembly, completion of orders, posting reports, maintenance of appropriate forms, and obtaining previous charts. 

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Computer skills. Excellent telephone skills. Ability to multitask.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

High school graduate or equivalent; relevant experience in lieu of High School Diploma/GED education will be considered.

Minimum Work Experience:

Previous experience as a Unit Secretary preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

None

ABOUT OAKBEND

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.