Med/Surg Unit Secretary – Day Shift (Administrative Support)

Bridgton Hospital; Bridgton (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgton Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Medical Surgical unit in a full-time, day shift role. You will support physicians and nurses by transcribing orders, preparing patient charts, and handling unit documentation.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and a current BLS certification within 6 months of hire. The position offers hourly pay from $20.00 to $23.75 with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent or relevant experience required for all new hires.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current.
• Experience using computers for word processing and database management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physician orders from records (in the absence of CPOE and EMR) with notation and signature by nursing staff.
• Prepares and compiles records on the Emergency Room.
• Orders supplies for the unit and prepares daily patient charts.
• Assists nursing staff with indirect patient care as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Word processing

Job description

Bridgton Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Medical Surgical unit in a full-time, day shift role. You will support physicians and nurses by transcribing orders, preparing patient charts, and handling unit documentation.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and a current BLS certification within 6 months of hire. The position offers hourly pay from $20.00 to $23.75 with a competitive benefits package.