ER Unit Administrative Secretary

UMass Memorial Health; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a flexible, detail-oriented Clerk/Administrative Assistant to support a busy unit. You will perform clerical and clinical duties, transcribe orders, assemble patient records, and coordinate communications in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and effective communication; prior medical office experience is preferred, with Meditech experience valued.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Medical terminology knowledge is preferred.
• Proficient with computer systems and data entry.
• Experience in hospital or health care setting preferred; Meditech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and clinical duties on patient care unit as assigned.
• Assemble and file patient records, and transcribe orders accurately.
• Enter orders via order entry system promptly and correctly.
• Coordinate unit activities and facilitate communications.
• Answer phones courteously and relay messages timely.
• Greet visitors and direct staff from other departments.
• Manage mail receipt and distribution; stock forms and supplies.
• Assist manager with administrative tasks as requested.

Skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Instruction following

Education

High School diploma

Medical Assistant certification

Medical terminology knowledge

Tools

Meditech

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a flexible, detail-oriented Clerk/Administrative Assistant to support a busy unit. You will perform clerical and clinical duties, transcribe orders, assemble patient records, and coordinate communications in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and effective communication; prior medical office experience is preferred, with Meditech experience valued.