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Erika Smith

Decatur

Summary

Detail-oriented Clinical Unit Secretary with 8+ years of experience supporting hospital-based care areas in fast-paced healthcare environments. Proven expertise in maintaining accurate patient census within Epic EMR, verifying patient identification, distributing and collecting clinical documentation including round sheets and surgical packets, updating care boards, and managing unit supply inventory. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA compliance, and professional customer service for internal and external customers.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Unit Secretary

Atlanta Medical Center
03.2021 - 01.2026

• Coordinated real-time unit communication between nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary departments to ensure seamless patient flow.

• Maintained electronic and physical patient records within EMR systems, ensuring documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance.

• Managed high-volume multi-line phone traffic while triaging calls to appropriate clinical personnel.

• Prepared and processed admission, discharge, and transfer documentation to support continuity of care.

• Monitored unit activity and updated patient status boards to reflect current clinical information.

• Ensured strict adherence to HIPAA standards while handling confidential patient data and medical records.

Unit Clerk

Grady Memorial Hospital
02.2017 - 03.2021

• Facilitated front desk operations in a fast-paced hospital unit serving patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

• Transcribed physician orders with precision and entered clinical data into computerized systems for accurate recordkeeping.

• Verified patient demographic and identification information to prevent documentation discrepancies.

• Supported discharge planning by compiling required follow-up paperwork and coordinating documentation completion.

• Assisted clinical staff with supply coordination and administrative preparation for daily procedures.

• Maintained organized filing systems and ensured timely retrieval of charts, lab results, and test reports.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Imperial Beauty Parlor
01.2013 - 12.2016

• Directed daily operational oversight including staff supervision, scheduling, and workflow coordination.

• Implemented process improvements that increased service efficiency and client satisfaction.

• Resolved escalated customer concerns with professionalism while maintaining business standards.

• Managed financial documentation, payroll coordination, and performance tracking.

• Trained and developed team members to strengthen productivity and accountability.

• Oversaw inventory control and vendor coordination to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Education

DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY TECHNICIAN -

ULTIMATE MEDICAL ACADEMY

Skills

Patient Census Management (Epic EMR)

Clinical Documentation & Chart Accuracy

Medical Terminology Proficiency

Unit Clerical Workflow Coordination

Surgical & Medical Packet Processing

Care Board & Round Sheet Maintenance

HIPAA & Patient Confidentiality Compliance

Internal & External Customer Service Communication

Unit Supply Inventory Management

Microsoft Office & Windows-Based Applications

Timeline

Clinical Unit Secretary

Atlanta Medical Center
03.2021 - 01.2026

Unit Clerk

Grady Memorial Hospital
02.2017 - 03.2021

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Imperial Beauty Parlor
01.2013 - 12.2016

DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY TECHNICIAN -

ULTIMATE MEDICAL ACADEMY
Erika Smith