Hospital Unit Secretary — Patient Flow & Admin Support

Thomas-Jefferson-University-; Stratford (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University in Stratford, NJ seeks a courteous Unit Secretary to support patient flow and the medical team. You will perform clerical duties, enter data into the Hospital Information System, answer calls, and handle admissions, transfers and discharges to keep the unit running smoothly.

Collaborating with unit staff and supply chain, you will coordinate off-unit testing and appointments, assist with inventory and maintain accurate patient records while upholding Jefferson's

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include secretarial and computer experience and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Data entry experience is preferred.
• Physical demands include lifting and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties and data entry to support unit operations.
• Answers calls, assists patients and staff with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Coordinates off-unit testing and appointments with clinical and support teams.
• Maintains accurate patient records and supports inventory needs with supply chain.

Skills

Data entry

Medical terminology

Secretarial experience

Computer skills

Effective communication

Education

Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hospital Information System

Job description

Thomas Jefferson University in Stratford, NJ seeks a courteous Unit Secretary to support patient flow and the medical team. You will perform clerical duties, enter data into the Hospital Information System, answer calls, and handle admissions, transfers and discharges to keep the unit running smoothly.

Collaborating with unit staff and supply chain, you will coordinate off-unit testing and appointments, assist with inventory and maintain accurate patient records while upholding Jefferson's