Unit Secretary Job at MUSC Health in Charleston

Overview

The Unit Secretary reports to the Nurse Manager. Under indirect supervision, the Unit Secretary handles all incoming and outgoing communications and is responsible for accurately performing all clerical duties for the clinical unit. This position processes physicians' orders, maintains unit charts, records, supplies and equipment. This role is the direct line of communication between the patient care unit and support services. The Unit Secretary also assists in orienting and training new personnel.

Responsibilities

• Handle all incoming and outgoing communications for the clinical unit.
• Process physicians\' orders and maintain unit charts, records, supplies and equipment.
• Serve as the direct communication link between the patient care unit and support services.
• Assist in orienting and training new personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Basic keyboarding skills required; medical terminology preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 2 weeks of hire; must maintain BLS thereafter, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Work Information

• Employer: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) - Employee, Regular.
• Cost Center: CC000386 CHS - Surgical Acute Care 6E (ART).
• Pay Type: Hourly; Pay Grade: Health-20.
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.
• Work Shift: Not specified.

EEO and Compliance

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.