Unit Secretary | Rehabilitation OrthoSpine - MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center | MUSC Job

Job Description Summary

Be the Connection Behind Exceptional Patient Care!

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001542 LAN - Rehab Center - IP (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Join our Rehabilitation & Orthospine Unit as a Unit Secretary and play an essential role in keeping the unit organized, efficient, and connected. You’ll serve as a key resource for patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team while helping ensure the daily operations of the unit run smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Process physician orders accurately and efficiently.
• Enter and maintain appropriate information in patient charts and electronic systems.
• Ensure patient charts contain the necessary forms and documentation.
• Answer and appropriately direct telephone calls and unit communications.
• Maintain adequate supplies, forms, and other needed items for the unit through Materials Management.
• Serve as a central point of communication for the nursing unit.
• Support the Charge Nurse and Clinical Director with administrative and clerical needs.
• May serve as a preceptor for new Unit Clerks and assist with their orientation and training.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical behavior, confidentiality, and respect in all interactions.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to support safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong reading and writing skills.
• Previous computer experience, knowledge, or training.
• Adequate typing and keyboarding skills.

License & Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

Why This Role Matters

As a Unit Secretary, you help keep the Rehabilitation & Orthospine Unit moving. From coordinating information and maintaining accurate documentation to ensuring the clinical team has the resources they need, your attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively directly support the delivery of quality patient care.

If you’re organized, dependable, compassionate, and enjoy being an essential part of a healthcare team, we’d love to have you join us

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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