Heart Failure Unit Secretary: Patient‑Centered Admin Pro

Jefferson Health; Abington Township (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a Unit Secretary at Abington Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania to perform clerical duties, support patient flow, answer calls, manage admissions, transfers and discharges, and coordinate off-unit testing and appointments. You will collaborate with clinical staff and maintain medical records while supporting inventory needs.

Additionally, you will assist in emergency responses and uphold patient- and family-centered care as part of a professional, welcoming team

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Related secretarial and computer experience; knowledge of medical terminology.
• Data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff with belonging and inclusion.
• Shows compassion and respect for patients and families and their care partners.
• Communicates with the interprofessional team and coordinates admission, discharge bed-flow, and staffing as needed.
• Coordinates patient appointments and testing within the acute care setting, including transport coordination.

Skills

Cultural awareness

Effective communication

Family-centered care

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jefferson Health is seeking a Unit Secretary at Abington Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania to perform clerical duties, support patient flow, answer calls, manage admissions, transfers and discharges, and coordinate off-unit testing and appointments. You will collaborate with clinical staff and maintain medical records while supporting inventory needs.

Additionally, you will assist in emergency responses and uphold patient- and family-centered care as part of a professional, welcoming team