ER Unit Secretary - Per Diem, Day & Night Shifts

Bayonne University Hospital; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Bayonne University Hospital in Bayonne, NJ, is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Emergency Room on day and night per diem shifts. You will handle administrative tasks, maintain patient records, coordinate admissions and transfers, and support clinical staff to ensure smooth operation.

This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with EHR systems, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospital environment. Per diem schedule offers flexibility across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Healthcare or medical office experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and documentation.
• Proficiency with office software and EHR systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming phone calls promptly and professionally to appropriate personnel or departments.
• Maintain and update patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Coordinate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers by communicating with nursing staff and other departments.
• Prepare and distribute daily schedules, reports, and correspondence to support clinical operations.
• Manage inventory of office and medical supplies, placing orders as needed to ensure uninterrupted unit function.
• Assist in the preparation of medical charts and documentation required for patient care and billing.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication.
• Support the unit staff by performing various clerical duties such as filing, faxing, and data entry.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Proficiency with EHR systems

Office software proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Unit Secretary/Medical Secretary certification

Tools

EHR systems

Office software

Job description

Bayonne University Hospital in Bayonne, NJ, is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Emergency Room on day and night per diem shifts. You will handle administrative tasks, maintain patient records, coordinate admissions and transfers, and support clinical staff to ensure smooth operation.

This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with EHR systems, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospital environment. Per diem schedule offers flexibility across shifts.