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Unit Secretary

Russellville, Arkansas

Req ID 302679 Post Date May. 06, 2025 CategoryAdministrative FacilitySaint Mary's Regional Health System
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Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Saint Mary’s 170-bed acute care hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including cardiology, gastroenterology, endoscopy, women’s services, intensive care, inpatient rehab services, medical imaging, sleep medicine, pulmonology and urology. At Saint Mary’s, we continually invest in technology to deliver a comprehensive range of services that set us apart as a leader in healthcare for the River Valley.

Where We Are:

Russellville, overlooking 34,000-acre Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River, is renowned for its bass fishing and a state park has two locations providing everything needed for an enjoyable outing. Mount Nebo State Park offers spectacular views of the River Valley. Arkansas Tech University provides cultural and sporting events throughout the year.

Why Choose Us:

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
  • Personal and career development education opportunities
  • And much more…

*FT, Days, Alternating shifts Mon - Sun.

Reports to: Director of Medical Telemetry Unit

FLSA: Non-Exempt

The Unit Secretary provides administrative support for scheduling, admitting, medical records, discharge planning, and secretarial functions for the department as well as limited patient related activities for the following patient populations: Adult (18 – 65 years) and Geriatric (65 and over). Functions in a multi-skilled environment that requires application of customer service clerical skills with some patient related activities.

Education:  High School Diploma or GED

License:  N/A

Certifications: BLS

Required Skills: Ability to work with minimum supervisory guidance and exercise independent judgment (anticipates needs before they arise)

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates understanding of hospital/departmental specific policies and procedures.

Greets and escorts patients/families/visitors to appropriate areas of the hospital.

Understands patient safety procedures including those related to restraints, seizures and fall precautions.

Adheres to patient safety procedures when involved in patient transport.

Assists in the discharge planning process by collecting appropriate information, communicating with appropriate agencies and scheduling procedures on assignments.

Responds to patient call lights and triages simple versus complex requests/may assist licensed staff and C.N.A as directed.

Performs basic guest relation tasks such as arranging guest trays, collecting, securing or locating patient valuables, provide consent forms, and make arrangements for family accommodations.

Assists in patient flow, in congruent with the Charge Nurse and House Supervisor.

EEOC Statement:
Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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