Healthcare Unit Secretary Job at Encompass Health in Littleton

Healthcare Unit Secretary Career Opportunity

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a genuine difference in the lives of others? Join Encompass Health as a Healthcare Unit Secretary, where you play an essential role in supporting our nursing unit and ensuring exceptional patient care. Become a vital resource for patients, families, staff, and visitors, and help us create a community-focused environment that truly values the importance of compassionate care.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll see the impact of your efforts from day one. As a leader in national inpatient rehabilitation, we pride ourselves on offering vast growth opportunities and fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Our recognition as one of the 'World's Most Admired Companies' and a spot on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® serve as testaments to our commitment to employees and patients alike.

Starting Perks and Benefits

We are dedicated to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where you can excel. From your first day, you will enjoy:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accumulates over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and ongoing education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of like-minded individuals dedicated to their work!

Be the Unit Secretary You Always Wanted to Be

• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients using an organized labeling system.
• Efficiently transcribe medical orders and coordinate communication with other disciplines.
• Act as a friendly resource for patients, families, medical professionals, and visitors at the nursing station.
• Enhance unit operations to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.
• Schedule tests, appointments, and transportation as needed in a timely manner.
• Serve as a liaison for inquiries, directing them to the appropriate personnel for resolution.

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred.
• One year of experience as an inpatient unit secretary preferred.
• Active enrollment in a healthcare program (such as nursing), along with familiarity with medical terminology and experience in transcribing medical orders, are preferred.

The Encompass Health Way

We set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 locations nationwide and a team of 36,000 dedicated professionals.

At Encompass Health, we celebrate diversity and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected classification.

Join us in making a difference!