Unit Secretary - Orthopedic Surgery - Rotating
Listed on 2026-02-24
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration, Medical Office
The Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery Unit is uniquely comprised of two inpatient units: the Orthopaedic Trauma Unit and the Joint Restoration Unit. Between the two units, we treat general and progressive care patients with varying diagnoses including: knee/hip replacements, spinal surgeries, infected joints, and amputations. We also care for patients who have sustained injuries from motor vehicle accidents, falls, or other traumatic accidents.
We offer extensive training for new graduates and tailor orientation to experienced nurses' needs. Expand your skill set with external fixators, traction, multiple drains, wound care, and more. Apply to this fast-paced, surgical unit and join our growing team in the exciting world of Orthopedic Trauma.
The Unit Secretary performs a variety of clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit activities, data and records.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for HireN/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employmentN/A
Experience REQUIREDN/A
Experience PREFERRED- Previous experience setting up and maintaining office system (organizational skills)
- Previous experience with medical insurance, MIS, and medical terminology
- Previous experience in a health care setting
- Previous experience with Microsoft Office software
- Previous experience with use of EMR
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completion of a Medical Terminology course
- Able to perform daily activities with minimal supervision.
- Self directed in the accomplishment of routine activities.
Issues that involve violation of VCUHS policy or procedure that involve conflicts of a sensitive nature, or that would be considered unusual in nature are to be brought to the attention of the Nurse Manager (or designee) promptly as would be warranted by the immediacy of the issue.
Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable)N/A
Additional position requirements- Unit Secretaries work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.
- Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with specific Nurse Manager.
- Schedules including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or the best interest of the work unit.
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Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate)- Physical - Lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Activities:
Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Repetitive motion - Mental/Sensory:
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking - Emotional:
Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent changeRotating
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