Unit Secretary
CommonSpirit Health, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Unit Secretary, you will be a vital caregiver and central hub, assuming responsibility for patient care processes from newborn to geriatric for a designated time frame. You will directly contribute to safe, therapeutic patient care while serving as the primary receptionist and secretary.
Every day, you will support safe patient care through multidisciplinary processes and coordinating unit activities. You will efficiently manage information flow and assist healthcare team members in delivering care across all patient age groups.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to managing day‑to‑day operations, and a commitment to providing safe, therapeutic care while working effectively with the entire healthcare team.
Responsibilities
Adheres to established Hospital/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, Quality Assessment and Improvement Program, legal, safety, environmental, infection control standards and Patient's Bill of Rights.
Receives and routes physicians' orders to appropriate areas under the direction of the Registered Nurse per policies and procedures.
Confers with licensed personnel assigned to the patient to schedule the patient's activities and tests.
Performs clerical duties required to maintain the medical record.
Documents and communicates all appropriate data/information to both intra/interdepartmental personnel.
Requisitions supplies and equipment, maintenance and repair services, and prepares related forms. Keeps stock and equipment inventories.
Job Requirements
High School Graduate or GED required.
Minimum one (1) year of medical clerical duties in an acute care environment required.
AHA Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) required.
Fire Safety (within 90 Days from start date) required.
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission‑certified Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
[One Community. One Mission. One California](https://youtu.be/RrPuiSnALJY?si=pvQgPZ6ZWZM60TPV)
Pay Range
$25.05 – $31.47 /hour
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As our Unit Secretary, you will be a vital caregiver and central hub, assuming responsibility for patient care processes from newborn to geriatric for a designated time frame. You will directly contribute to safe, therapeutic patient care while serving as the primary receptionist and secretary.
Every day, you will support safe patient care through multidisciplinary processes and coordinating unit activities. You will efficiently manage information flow and assist healthcare team members in delivering care across all patient age groups.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to managing day‑to‑day operations, and a commitment to providing safe, therapeutic care while working effectively with the entire healthcare team.
Responsibilities
Adheres to established Hospital/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, Quality Assessment and Improvement Program, legal, safety, environmental, infection control standards and Patient's Bill of Rights.
Receives and routes physicians' orders to appropriate areas under the direction of the Registered Nurse per policies and procedures.
Confers with licensed personnel assigned to the patient to schedule the patient's activities and tests.
Performs clerical duties required to maintain the medical record.
Documents and communicates all appropriate data/information to both intra/interdepartmental personnel.
Requisitions supplies and equipment, maintenance and repair services, and prepares related forms. Keeps stock and equipment inventories.
Job Requirements
High School Graduate or GED required.
Minimum one (1) year of medical clerical duties in an acute care environment required.
AHA Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) required.
Fire Safety (within 90 Days from start date) required.
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission‑certified Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
[One Community. One Mission. One California](https://youtu.be/RrPuiSnALJY?si=pvQgPZ6ZWZM60TPV)
Pay Range
$25.05 – $31.47 /hour
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