Acute Mental Health Admin Secretary — Patient Care

Methodist Health System; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Richardson, TX, seeks an experienced Administrative Assistant to provide general office and secretarial support, including basic filing, reception, phone, and word processing. If you’re driven to create an outstanding patient experience, you’ll really shine here.

You will support the clinical team by maintaining organized records, coordinating communications, and handling routine administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Typing speed of at least 30 WPM.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate orientation for new secretaries.
• Maintain supplies and PAR levels; order as needed.
• Perform receptionist duties: answer phones, greet patients/visitors, manage appointments and files.
• Prepare reports, records and clinical packets accurately and completely.
• Communicate with clinical team about discharges and bed status.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Operate patient intercom and relay notifications to staff.
• Transcribe physician orders accurately.

Skills

Typing 30 WPM

Communication skills

Office care

Reception duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Richardson, TX, seeks an experienced Administrative Assistant to provide general office and secretarial support, including basic filing, reception, phone, and word processing. If you’re driven to create an outstanding patient experience, you’ll really shine here.

You will support the clinical team by maintaining organized records, coordinating communications, and handling routine administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.