Hospital Unit Secretary — Drive Care & Admin Excellence

Mercy; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in the United States seeks a Unit Secretary to support administrative operations within a hospital unit, coordinating communication among healthcare staff and managing records with strict confidentiality. The role emphasizes strong organizational skills and accurate data entry, with service-minded focus.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; familiarity with medical terminology and HIPAA is preferred. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in medical office administration preferred.
• Experience using computers to enter data and process information; experience working with the public or in customer service.
• Preferred experience in clerical healthcare settings; knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and HIPAA regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication and administrative operations within the unit.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination among the healthcare team to enhance patient care.
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and diligence in daily tasks.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical office administration certification (preferred)

Job description

Mercy in the United States seeks a Unit Secretary to support administrative operations within a hospital unit, coordinating communication among healthcare staff and managing records with strict confidentiality. The role emphasizes strong organizational skills and accurate data entry, with service-minded focus.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; familiarity with medical terminology and HIPAA is preferred. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.