Unit Secretary in Chicago, Illinois at Saint Anthony Hospital

Position Title: Unit Secretary

Department: Med/Surg - Telemetry

Status: Part-time

Compensation: $16.20 — $22.12

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

About Us
Saint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care.

As part of Saint Anthony Hospital’s commitment to providing the highest quality health care, we will be building a new state-of-the-art hospital to serve as an anchor to the Focal Point Community Campus. Learn more at focalpointchicago.org.

Position Summary

The Unit Secretary performs clerical and computer tasks to assist the nursing and medical staff in their provision of patient care.

Essential Functions

• Accurately transcribes physician orders. Performs computer order entry duties.
• Performs clerical duties related to the maintenance of patient records, unit data, admission, discharge and transfers. Photocopies as directed.
• Answers the telephone, takes/relays messages and directs calls.
• Requisitions and orders supplies and equipment, maintenance and repair service and prepares related forms. Keeps stock and equipment inventories.
• Maintains departmental records and collects data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• Prioritizes work and provides prompt, courteous and efficient service.
• Observes a patient requiring 1:1 direct supervision for safety.

Qualifications

• Computer knowledge, Windows and database systems
• Successful completion of Medical Terminology course and/or equivalent
• CPR Certification

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans (Medical/Dental/Vision) Benefits are effective upon start date
• Employer-Matching Retirement Plans
• Qualifying Employment for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free parking

Saint Anthony Hospital Highlights

• Competitive salaries
• Community focus with a Collaborative Culture: Work in a close-knit team that values communication, teamwork, and support
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills and experience in an organization that invests in its staff
• Meaningful Work: Serve a diverse population and make a real impact on their health journey