Unit Secretary Adult Behavioral Health

Job Number:
34031
Location:
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Street Address:
417 W 3rd Ave
City, State:
Albany, Georgia
Zip Code:
31701
Department:
PPMH ADULT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH UNIT
Shift:
First Shift
Job Type:
Full time
Posted Date:
2026-04-21
Job Description Summary:
The Unit Secretary attends nursing station and performs clerical duties, requisition supplies, equipment and services as
directed.
Description:
Unit Secretary
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
● 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.
WORKING CONDITIONS
● General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
● May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
● May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
● May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
● Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
● May be scheduled as needed including overtime
OSHA CATEGORY
● OSHA Category II - Employees will occasionally be exposed to hazards such as blood, body fluids, or tissues.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
● High School Diploma or GED (Required)
● Non Degree Program in Medical Terminology Course or unit secretary certificate program (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
● 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)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
● 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)
GENERAL SKILLS
● Organizational Skills
● Communication Skills
● Interpersonal Skills
● Customer Relations
● Mathematical
● Analytical
● Grammar / Spelling
● Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
● Follow Verbal Instructions
● Microsoft Office Suite
● General Clerical Skills
● Typing 60 wpm
● Medical Terminology
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
● Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
● Have good - manual dexterity
● Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
● Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Sitting - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
● Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Lift/carry > 50 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%