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Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech - ICU

Ventura, CA · On-site

$24.37 - $27.90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Secretary Technician performs the duties of both a Nurse Tech and Unit Secretary as needed in ... Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts * National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week ...

Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech - ICU

Ventura, CA · On-site

$24.37 - $27.90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Secretary Technician performs the duties of both a Nurse Tech and Unit Secretary as needed in ... Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts * National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week ...

Unit Secretary - Med Surg

Benton, AR

$35K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Unit Secretary joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making ... travelers on their way West. The Southwest Trail is part of the Arkansas Heritage Trails System.

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How much do traveling unit secretary jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for traveling unit secretary in the United States is $48,559.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a traveling unit secretary?

A Traveling Unit Secretary is an administrative professional who provides clerical support to medical units across multiple healthcare facilities. Responsibilities may include managing patient records, scheduling appointments, handling communication between staff and departments, and ensuring efficient unit operations. Unlike a stationary unit secretary, a traveling unit secretary moves between locations as needed, often filling staffing gaps. This role requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and knowledge of medical terminology.

What are some challenges unique to working as a traveling unit secretary compared to a stationary role?

As a Traveling Unit Secretary, you often adapt to new environments, different hospital procedures, and varying team dynamics on a regular basis. This can present challenges such as quickly learning new electronic medical record systems and understanding each facility’s unique workflows and expectations. However, this variety also provides valuable experience, broadens your professional skillset, and allows you to build a strong, diverse professional network. With strong adaptability and communication skills, most traveling unit secretaries find the role both rewarding and excellent for personal growth.

Do you need a certification to be a traveling unit secretary?

Traveling unit secretaries typically do not require a specific certification, but strong administrative skills, familiarity with medical terminology, and proficiency in office software are essential. Some employers may prefer or require certification in medical office administration or related fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a traveling unit secretary?

To excel as a Traveling Unit Secretary, you should possess strong organizational skills, medical terminology knowledge, and previous administrative experience, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic medical records (EMR), and scheduling software is commonly required. Exceptional interpersonal communication, adaptability, and attention to detail set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for efficiently supporting clinical teams across various facilities and ensuring accurate documentation and smooth unit operations.

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Infographic showing various Traveling Unit Secretary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,559 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Unit Secretary - Emergency Department PRN

HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood

North Richland Hills, TX • On-site

$37K - $45K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Unit Secretary - Emergency Department

Medical City North Hills

Shift: PRN, as needed

As a Unit Secretary, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care every day. You will create a welcoming, organized space where patients and families feel valued and informed. You will use clear, compassionate communication and attention to detail to keep the unit running smoothly and caring for others like family – one shift at a time.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Greeting and guiding patients and visitors with warmth and professionalism, offering updates, and ensuring they feel informed and supported
  • Maintaining patient records accurately, entering physician orders, and protecting patient information
  • Handling all communications between incoming calls and care team members promptly and clearly to keep the unit connected
  • Keeping the environment clean, organized, and well-stocked to promote safety and comfort
  • Taking initiative to solve challenges, support daily operations, and foster a culture of respect and teamwork

What qualifications you will need:

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • No Travel Required
  • No experience Required

Medical City North Hills, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

Medical City North Hills is a 165+ bed hospital located in the heart of northeast Tarrant County. Our mission is above all else, to serve, to care for, and to assist in the healing of our patients and their families. We are proud to be pioneers in offering high quality health care in North Richland Hills. We are a Primary Stroke Center, perform spine surgery and joint replacements. We have a comprehensive cardiovascular services department. Our hospital is an accredited Cycle 5 Chest Pain Center with a cardiac rehabilitation program. Other services include minimally invasive robotic surgery and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. We have sports medicine, senior health, wound care and outpatient rehabilitation. Our campus has a women's imaging center and geriatric behavioral unit. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals and specialists, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations across the network.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Unit Secretary - Emergency Department PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status