Unit Secretary ED

Gadsden Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, AL

Full-time

Gadsden, AL

Hospitals

About the position

The Unit Secretary in the Emergency Services department at Gadsden Regional Medical Center plays a crucial role in providing administrative and clerical support to the nursing unit. This position operates under the guidance of the Department Director, Patient Care Coordinator (PCC), or Charge Nurse. The Unit Secretary is responsible for a variety of tasks that ensure the smooth operation of the unit, including greeting new patients and visitors, answering telephone calls and intercom messages, relaying important information, and assisting with necessary patient records. This role is vital in maintaining effective communication within the unit and with other departments, ensuring that all staff members have the support they need to provide excellent patient care. In addition to these primary responsibilities, the Unit Secretary may also be tasked with transporting specimens to the lab, delivering blood products from the lab, and ordering nourishments and supplies for the unit. It is essential for the Unit Secretary to maintain a clean and organized work station, as well as keeping the supply room and nourishment room orderly. This position requires a proactive approach to managing tasks and a commitment to supporting the nursing staff and patients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support for the nursing unit.
• Greet new patients and visitors.
• Answer telephone and intercom calls, relaying messages as necessary.
• Assist with maintaining patient records and necessary documentation.
• Transport specimens to the lab and blood products from the lab.
• Order nourishments and supplies for the unit.
• Maintain a clean and organized work station, supply room, and nourishment room.
• Assist staff from other departments as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Previous clerical experience in a medical setting is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
• Ability to multi-task effectively is needed.