Medical Unit Secretary: Admin & Transcription

Capital Health (US); Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Prescription drug coverage

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

Paid Time-Off Program

Commuter Transit

Commuter Parking

AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

Capital Health in New Jersey is seeking a capable administrative assistant to support a hospital unit. You will handle clerical tasks, greet visitors, maintain files, and assist with patient records and admissions.

This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely communication in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of clerical experience in a medical setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1 year clerical experience preferred in a medical setting or in a healthcare program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and transcription skills.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physicians' orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains patient charts and related documents per Medical Records guidelines.
• Keeps patient census and status boards current.
• Schedules diagnostic tests and lab work as prescribed.
• Answers phones and takes messages.
• Coordinates patient transfers and admissions with staff.
• Provides non-clinical information to patients and visitors.

Skills

English speaking

Organizational skills

Reception skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Capital Health in New Jersey is seeking a capable administrative assistant to support a hospital unit. You will handle clerical tasks, greet visitors, maintain files, and assist with patient records and admissions.

This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely communication in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of clerical experience in a medical setting.