Medical Unit Secretary and Records Coordinator

GBMC HealthCare; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 48,311,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare seeks a unit secretary to provide secretarial support on a nursing unit. You will maintain patient records, handle receptionist duties and coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.

Responsibilities include managing unit logs, keeping supplies stocked, and assisting with limited patient care tasks as directed by nurses. Strong communication and accuracy are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology to transcribe orders.
• 6 months of experience preferred.
• Ability to read/write and complete requisition forms and orders.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and complete patient medical records and unit logs.
• Acts as unit receptionist for hospital personnel, patients and visitors.
• Maintains equipment and supply inventories; ensures adequate supplies.
• Assists with limited patient care duties as directed by nursing staff.
• Performs discharge phone calls to solicit feedback from patients.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Medical terminology

Transcription of orders

Medical record handling

Multitasking under pressure

Safety with medications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology course

Tools

Computerized order entry system

Job description

GBMC HealthCare seeks a unit secretary to provide secretarial support on a nursing unit. You will maintain patient records, handle receptionist duties and coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.

Responsibilities include managing unit logs, keeping supplies stocked, and assisting with limited patient care tasks as directed by nurses. Strong communication and accuracy are essential for success.