Vaughan Regional Medical Center · 1 month ago
Unit Secretary 7a
Selma, AL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelVaughan Regional Medical Center is committed to empowering caregivers and providing excellent patient care. The Unit Secretary plays a vital role in maintaining the operational flow of the unit by supporting healthcare providers and assisting with non-clinical patient care tasks in an acute care hospital setting.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within timeframe specified in facility policy
Successful completion of hospital orientation and competency requirements is required
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
Preferred
Completion of a nursing assistant or medical office assistant program preferred
Registration with the State Board of Nursing Aide Registry preferred
Prior experience in a hospital or patient care setting preferred
Company
Vaughan Regional Medical Center
Vaughan Regional Medical Center is a sole community provider hospital located in historic Selma, Alabama.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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