Birth Center Unit Secretary (Night Shift, Part-Time)

MercyOne; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a Unit Secretary to handle clerical and receptionist duties under the direction of the Clinical Director. You will transcribe orders, enter data, schedule tests, and organize patient charts while upholding our Caring Model Principles.

This part-time, 0.6 FTE role covers night hours (6:00pm–6:30am) with weekend/holiday rotation and requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work calmly amidst interruptions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; clerical and computer experience desired.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physician orders, perform computer activities, and maintain equipment in proper working order.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and therapies for patients.
• Assemble admission and discharge charts and maintain patient medical records; complete documentation for billing.
• Answer telephone calls, provide routine information, and relay messages to appropriate staff.
• Provide customer-focused service consistent with MercyOne standards.
• Perform clerical duties including assembling charts, and compiling reports and records.

Skills

Clerical skills

Receptionist skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a Unit Secretary to handle clerical and receptionist duties under the direction of the Clinical Director. You will transcribe orders, enter data, schedule tests, and organize patient charts while upholding our Caring Model Principles.

This part-time, 0.6 FTE role covers night hours (6:00pm–6:30am) with weekend/holiday rotation and requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work calmly amidst interruptions.