Unit Secretary - 5 North Med/Surg - Per Diem 12 Hour Day Shift (Union)
- Pay
- $25 per hour
- Location
- Glendale, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Listed
- 14 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Effective verbal and written communication in English
- Excellent customer service behavior
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word
- Internet access and utilization
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Appropriate telephone skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
Also useful
- 1 year experience as a Unit Secretary in acute care
- AB508 (Management of Assaultive Behavior) certification for ED/Geropsych units
About the role
The Unit Secretary performs clinical and communication functions on assigned nursing unit. She/He provides courteous reception on the nursing unit and arranges and coordinates activities for patient care.
Minimum Education
High School or equivalent
Minimum Skills
- Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word as well as Internet access and utilization.
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
- Appropriate Telephone Skills.
- Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- AB508 (Management of Assaultive Behavior) Only for ED/Geropsych - if no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire
Preferred Experience
1 year Experience as a Unit Secretary in acute care
As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.
Pay and benefits
The hourly rate for this position is $24.84. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
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USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
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