Behavioral Health Unit Secretary — Per Diem

Centinela Hospital Medical Center; Boonton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Clare's Health is seeking a Per Diem Unit Secretary for the Behavioral Health Unit. You will facilitate communication, transcribe orders, and prepare patient charts under supervision, supporting the nursing team and ensuring efficient department operations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a current BLS certificate. Medical terminology knowledge is preferred, with a flexible schedule to match unit needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (required).
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Working knowledge of continuum of care for Behavioral Health preferred.
• Experience using computers for word processing, databases, and spreadsheets (Microsoft Office) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physician orders from records with nursing staff signatures.
• Prepares and compiles records on the Behavioral Health Unit; prepares patient charts.
• Orders supplies for the unit and ensures daily chart completeness.
• Aids nursing staff with duties involving indirect patient care.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical terminology preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Saint Clare's Health is seeking a Per Diem Unit Secretary for the Behavioral Health Unit. You will facilitate communication, transcribe orders, and prepare patient charts under supervision, supporting the nursing team and ensuring efficient department operations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a current BLS certificate. Medical terminology knowledge is preferred, with a flexible schedule to match unit needs.