Unit Secretary, Trauma/Orthopedics - Remote

Overview

The Unit Secretary for Trauma/Orthopedics at UMass Memorial Health plays a crucial role in ensuring effective communication and organization within the unit, assisting both patients and healthcare staff.

In Short

• Serves as unit receptionist and directs patients and visitors.
• Transcribes physician orders and maintains patient charts.
• Schedules patients for consults and other services.
• Maintains unit log and census with admissions and discharges.
• Handles multiple priorities with effective communication.
• Requires equivalent to high school education with specialized training.
• Experience in office procedures and operation of office equipment.
• May require a signing bonus based on eligibility.
• Work is considered sedentary in a normal office environment.
• All qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment.

Requirements

• High school education plus specialized training.
• Knowledge of office procedures and computer operation.
• 3 to 12 months of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Demonstrates respect and professionalism.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to work indoors in an office environment.
• Willingness to assist in various duties as needed.

Benefits

• Signing bonus may be available.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Work within a supportive healthcare team.
• Engage in a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to patient care and community health.
• Regular attendance and predictable work hours.
• Access to health and wellness resources.
• Support for continuing education and training.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.