Unit Secretary Surgical Unit

Schedule

Full‑time, 36 hours per week. Shift: 7:00 pm – 7:30 am with weekend and holiday rotation. On‑site position (FTE 0.90).

Responsibilities

• Perform record organization and transcription of orders by completing necessary forms and requisitions.
• Prepare, copy, and maintain various records at the nursing station, including assembling charts.
• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating activities occurring in the nursing station.
• Perform clerical and receptionist duties using multiple phone and computer applications, interacting with internal departments, ancillary departments, and outside agencies to coordinate services and care.
• Maintain the physical environment of the area, order office supplies, replacement supplies for equipment, informational materials, and enter help‑desk tickets for IT or maintenance.
• Respond to and prioritize patient and family inquiries in a professional manner; coordinate interpreter services as needed.
• May be temporarily assigned to other areas throughout the Akron Children’s Hospital enterprise based on patient needs.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize and multitask utilizing sound judgment.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with all levels within an organization (preferred).
• Healthcare experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of medical terminology (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software (required).

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience required.
• No supervisory experience required.

Certifications

• Heartsaver AED certification required within 90 days of employment.