Unit Secretary Acute Care I

Job Number:
35182
Location:
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Street Address:
417 W 3rd Ave
City, State:
Albany, Georgia
Zip Code:
31701
Department:
PPMH ACUTE CARE I
Shift:
Days
Job Type:
Full time
Posted Date:
2026-09-29
Job Description Summary:
The Unit Secretary attends nursing station and performs clerical duties, requisition supplies, equipment and services as directed.
Description:
Job Summary
The Unit Secretary attends nursing station and performs clerical duties, requisition supplies, equipment and services as directed.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Non Degree Program in Medical Terminology Course or unit secretary certificate program (Preferred)
Work Experience
0 - 1 year Clerical work experience demonstrating proficient computer, phone and office equipment utilization (Required)
0 - 1 year Experience in a Health Care Setting (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
Emergency Center Employees: Crisis Response Training required within 6 months of hire (Required)
Behavioral Health Employees: Crisis Response Training required within 2 months of hire (Required)
Essential Functions
Additional Duties
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.