Emergency Department Unit Secretary

Brown University Health; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Taunton, MA seeks a friendly receptionist and clerical assistant to support the nursing unit by handling calls, transcribing orders, and coordinating with physicians and staff.

This role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, compassionate customer service, and the ability to adapt to changing workloads in a busy hospital setting, with a day shift schedule.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and prior clerical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Preferred clerical/administrative experience.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in inservices as required.
• Performs tasks with minimal supervision and communicates needs when appropriate.
• Demonstrates understanding of hospital policies and procedures including safety.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes and transmits physician orders to appropriate areas under supervision.
• Answers telephones, takes messages, and communicates messages promptly.
• Receives, places and transfers calls with courteous telephone etiquette.
• Maintains unit stock and ensures supplies are on hand.
• Works with interdisciplinary team to achieve patient and unit goals.

Skills

Clerical experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brown University Health in Taunton, MA seeks a friendly receptionist and clerical assistant to support the nursing unit by handling calls, transcribing orders, and coordinating with physicians and staff.

This role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, compassionate customer service, and the ability to adapt to changing workloads in a busy hospital setting, with a day shift schedule.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and prior clerical experience is preferred.