Clinical Unit Secretary

Hackensack Meridian Health; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey seeks a Unit Secretary to assist patients under RN direction. Duties include supporting physicians and nurses, communicating vital information, documenting care, and maintaining a clean, safe patient environment.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma or GED, strong medical vocabulary, excellent communication, and computer skills with MS Office or Google Suite. The posted wage begins at $18.65 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with medical vocabulary and understanding of hospital policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician and nurse with treatments and patient care procedures.
• Reports vital signs and provides shift-end reports to the supervisor.
• Observes, reports, and records patient care, symptoms, and reactions.
• Maintains a clean environment in patient rooms and work areas.
• Notifies RN of changes in patient condition and documents appropriately.
• Assists with personal care activities for patients.
• Contributes to patient and family teaching during procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned and supports unit operations.
• Adheres to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Skills

Medical vocabulary

Communication skills

Computer literacy (MS Office/Google)

Education

High School diploma / GED

Secretarial course (preferred)

Medical terminology course (preferred)

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey seeks a Unit Secretary to assist patients under RN direction. Duties include supporting physicians and nurses, communicating vital information, documenting care, and maintaining a clean, safe patient environment.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma or GED, strong medical vocabulary, excellent communication, and computer skills with MS Office or Google Suite. The posted wage begins at $18.65 per hour.