Unit Secretary Full Time - Quick Hire!

Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital in Laredo, Texas, is a leading full-service inpatient rehabilitation hospital dedicated to supporting patients in South Texas as they recover and thrive following serious injuries or illnesses. With a strong emphasis on personalized care, the hospital offers intensive rehabilitation programs designed specifically for stroke patients, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex medical conditions. These programs are administered under the expert guidance of a skilled multidisciplinary team composed of physical, occupational, and speech therapists who tailor treatment plans to fit each patient’s unique needs and cultural background. The hospital’s mission is to restore independence and improve the quality of life for every patient it serves. Accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized as one of the top rehabilitation providers, Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital combines modern facilities with a compassionate, bilingual staff to ensure that patients and their families feel fully supported and well-informed throughout the entire recovery journey. This approach highlights the hospital’s commitment to community health and patient-centered care. We are currently seeking a dedicated Unit Secretary to join our passionate team of patient caregivers. As a full-time team member, the Unit Secretary will play a vital role in coordinating clerical duties on the patient unit, serving as the primary receptionist and central communication hub for the unit. This position is essential in integrating the hospital’s mission and guiding principles into daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow, and supporting clinical staff to provide the best possible experience for patients and families. Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Ernest Health, a network that offers robust employee recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These initiatives are designed to enhance the work experience by recognizing and celebrating employee achievements and encouraging continuous feedback through platforms such as "My Ernest Journey" and engagement surveys. The hospital is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where every voice is heard, and employee satisfaction is prioritized. The hospital’s comprehensive benefits package supports employees’ health and financial well-being, featuring options such as PPO and High Deductible Medical Plans, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts, dental and vision coverage, 401K with employer matching, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Additionally, wellness and work-life balance programs, including an Employee Assistance Program, quarterly wellness challenges with incentives, and earned time off starting from day one, contribute to a supportive, balanced working environment. This position is ideal for candidates who have clerical or administrative experience in healthcare settings, are adept with data entry and record management, and excel in organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. The Unit Secretary will be integral to maintaining quality and safety standards, confidentiality, and professional collaboration within the medical team, ensuring patients receive excellent service from admission through discharge.

• One year of clerical or administrative assistant experience preferred
• two years experience in health care setting preferred
• EKG certification preferred for positions including telemetry functions
• demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and record management
• effective organizational and time management skills
• effective written and verbal communication skills
• must have high level interpersonal skills
• ability to maintain quality and safety standards
• ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality
• ability to work closely and professionally with others
• ability to maneuver within a medical record
• ability to work on issues of a sensitive nature