Unit Secretary - Surgery - Full Time 8 Hour Days

The Operating Room Secretary manages incoming telephone calls, and conveys information continuously to personnel and physicians in the restricted areas of the OR. Communicates surgery schedule changes to the charge nurse/manager. Assists with requests for add on surgeries. Reconciles the case log daily, runs unfinalized case reports and distributes to manager, and monitors surgery charges in collaboration with appropriate staff. Assists the Director and others with assigned projects.

Minimum Experience/Knowledge: Minimum of one (1) year current experience as a Unit Clerk with computer skills preferred. Required License/Certification: Current BCLS certification from American Heart Association 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. The hourly rate range for this position is $17 - $28. 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. 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.