Unit Secretary at Appalachian Regional Healthcare System – Linville, North Carolina

Position Summary Under the direct supervision of the RN Charge Nurse, the Unit Secretary coordinates selected patient activities between the nursing unit and other internal departments; maintains and organizes the patient medical record and nursing unit activity files; transcribes medical orders accurately and completely; and maintains appropriate unit equipment and supplies. Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Hiring compensation ranges from $15.50 -$22.48 per hour. This position is non-exempt, and eligible for shift differentials on top of base rate of pay for applicable shifts. Position Qualifications Minimum Education

• High school graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Experience

• Clerical experience, preferably in health care field.

Required Registration/License/Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association required.
• CPI- required within one year of date of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Commensurate with education, training, and experience. Knowledge of Behavioral Health terminology. Must have computer and typing skills. Must be accurate, organized, and able to handle stressful situations. Ability to successfully complete all required training for Behavioral Health employees.

Physical Demands

• Lifts, positions, pushes, pulls, and/or transfers up to and greater than 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity and mobility
• Prolonged, extensive or considerable sitting/standing/walking
• Bending, squatting, twisting, turning
• Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less

Working Conditions

• Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
• Frequently exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment; odorous chemicals and specimens; and, unpleasant elements (accident, injury, slippery surfaces uneven surfaces), etc.
• Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays); and emergencies.
• Continuous standing and walking long periods = to, or, greater than >8 hours per shift
• Continuous sitting for long period =to, or, greater than >4 hours.
• Speaking, reading, and writing, expanded > 8 hours per day
• Exposed to vibration; cramped spaces >1 hour day
• Frequently mobilizes patients >4 hours per day
• Frequently per shift: lifts, carries; pushes; and/or, pulls >50 lbs.
• Frequently per hour: bends; squats; kneels; twists; turns; and reaches.
• Frequently per minute: hand, finger, and wrist repetition; and moderate dexterity.
• Frequently per hour, exposed to soft voices >3ft away.
• Frequently per hour, exposed to close eye work
• Infrequently per shift, may be exposed to Ionizing/nonionizing radiation exposure including x-ray and microwave

About UNC Health Appalachian

UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.“

About UNC Health

UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen.

For accommodations or additional information, contact recruitment@apprhs.org.