The Chaos of the Hospital Unit

Carla, the unit secretary of a busy hospital, arrived at work feeling anxious. Today was her first day at the new hospital, and she was worried about how well she would cope. As she entered the hospital unit, she saw people running around, shouting, making her feel more anxious. As a unit secretary, Carla had many responsibilities. She maintained patient records, answered phones, and ensured the...

The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Unit Secretary

Being a unit secretary is an important job that involves many different responsibilities. From managing office supplies and filing paperwork to handling patient records and scheduling appointments, the role requires someone with strong organizational skills who can handle multiple tasks simultaneously. If you have what it takes to become a unit secretary, read on for our step-by-step guide!Step 1:...

A Guide to Becoming a Unit Secretary in the Medical Field

The medical field is fast-paced and ever-evolving. Working as a unit secretary can be one of the most rewarding jobs in the field. It requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and an ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously. If you’re curious about what it takes to become a unit secretary in the medical field, read on for tips on how to make it happen and why you should consider...

Why Would Anyone Want to Be a Unit Secretary? (Video)

Becoming a unit secretary requires more than just typing skills. Successful people in this role usually have certain personality traits that help them thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.One of the most important traits for unit secretaries is the desire to help others. They must be patient and compassionate, able to provide comfort and support to patients and their families. They must...

6 Things to Know About Unit Secretaries (Video)

You may not know much about hospital secretaries, but they do much for the hospital. In this video, I share six things you should know about them: What are their duties? Where did they come from? How long have they been in the field of medicine? Do they need to be certified or licensed by any organization to work as a secretary? What is the average salary range for these professionals,...

Top 3 Viewed Videos on My YouTube Channel (Video)

I've compiled a list of the top 3 watched YouTube videos on my channel. Hopefully, this will help you to get a little break from your work and learn something new. 1. This video is at number 1 with 4,823 views. It explains how the first hour of my day starts, and I'm convinced if you do these steps, then when the curveballs come, they will not stress you out.  2. I made a video about the...

Why Would I Want to Work in the Hospital as a Unit Secretary? (Video)

Why would I want to work in the hospital as a Unit Secretary?You love working with people and helping them feel better. Hospital unit secretaries are essential in helping patients, visitors, and staff members feel welcome. They are the first faces many see when entering a hospital's front doors, so they must be friendly and helpful! Why would I want this job?There are many reasons why working as...

As a Hospital Secretary, You Know All the Important Details (Video)

As a hospital secretary, you know all the important details about the hospital. You know how to make the patients feel at home and get them taken care of efficiently. You know how to be a go-to person for any department in the hospital when it's crazy busy because you pinch-hit wherever you're needed most. There's nothing like being directly involved in patient care by performing administrative...

Rules That Nobody Tells You About (Video)

If you have to be a medical secretary in a hospital, there are many rules that nobody tells you about. You can't wear perfume or nail polish to work and can only drink the coffee provided by the break room because it's not safe for them if anyone else makes it—even if they swear they washed everything. And always expect to hear Code Blue over the PA system while at your desk! Suddenly, everything...

Behind Every Successful Hospital There is a Unit Secretary (Video)

People are always saying that there is a Unit Secretary behind every successful hospital. It's important for anyone who works in this industry every day to know their rights, how they can get promoted quickly, and even what precautions to take during an emergency or pandemic outbreak.&nb...

Want to Be Apart of Something Important? (Video)

If you're new to the medical field, being a Unit Secretary is your chance to join a diverse group of doctors, nurses, and co-workers.The workday will consist of typing documents and performing clerical duties such as answering telephones and greeting visitors. Of course, being prepared for emergencies is always necessary, so knowing how to deal with pandemics or Code Blue is just one skill you'll...

Never a Dull Moment When You Work in a Hospital (Video)

There’s never a dull moment when you work in a hospital, so preparation is vital. Understanding the terminology doctors use to gauge patients' conditions can help remove some of the all-important confusion from day-to-day life. Learn about working with other departments in hospitals, how to deal with common illnesses and injuries, and what types of equipment are used regularly—everything you...

Being a Unit Secretary is a Tough Job, but Somebody Has to Do It! (Video)

It's a tough job, but somebody has to do it!&nb...

How to Lead as a Unit Secretary (Video)

Ask for feedback on how you are doing as a secretary and if they have any suggestions for improvement.Keep track of all communication between members, including emails, phone calls, etc., so that you can refer to them when necessary.Find a way to stay organized. Use Post-it notes, color coding, or whatever works best for you.Know your role and the organization's mission Serve as a liaison between...

What Should I Put on My Resume? (Video)

This video will teach you how to create a resume for healthcare-related work. Every resume is different. However, people need to correct some common mistakes when writing their resumes. I share the three most important things to put on your resume and how to avoid these mistak...

Hospitals of the Future (Video)

As a secretary for a hospital, you're just as involved in patient care as a doctor. In the future, secretaries will take on tasks from ensuring organized filing systems to hosting visiting families. Never before has this been possible for those who were once overlook...

What Unit Secretaries Do (Video)

As a medical secretary at the hospital, you're used to answering calls from patients in their rooms, scared witless by upcoming procedures. You spend your days filing paperwork, keeping track of patients scheduled for surgeries, and even checking charts when called upon. The process is tedious work but undeniably critical, so if you thrive on routine, this might be just your type of j...

Medical Secretaries are the Backbone of the Hospital! (Video)

Medical secretaries are the backbone of the hospital! They work with doctors, nurses, coworkers, and patients. And because hospitals can't function without us, we spend our days multitasking between filing paperwork, answering phones, and much more.&nb...

Take Your Lunch (Video)

A unit secretary is the first person everyone sees entering the unit. The last thing they want to see is a hungry - hangry secretary. Go take your bre...

It’s Okay to Cry as a Unit Secretary (Video)

As Unit Secretaries, we see a lot of foolishness, but we also see a lot of miracles, and unfortunately, we see a lot of death.   I just wanted to assure you that it is okay to cry.&nbs...