Nursing Unit Administrative Secretary - Medical Surgical/Telemetry Unit (P2C)

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Nursing Unit Administrative Secretary, where you will play a vital role in supporting healthcare professionals. This position offers a unique blend of clerical and patient interaction responsibilities, ensuring smooth operations within the medical-surgical and telemetry unit. With a flexible schedule and a focus on teamwork, you'll be part of a community that values collaboration and excellence in patient care. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, alongside comprehensive benefits that cater to your needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policy

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• 3 years of secretarial experience, with 1 year at MaineHealth.
• Current BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical, receptionist, and regulatory duties.
• Involve in advanced unit projects and activities.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Critical Thinking Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Nursing Unit Administrative Secretary - Medical Surgical/Telemetry Unit (P2C)

Location: Portland, ME
Schedule: Full Time
Job Category: Clerical/Administrative Support
Req #: 12664
Date Posted: Mar 1, 2025

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $3,000 Sign On Bonus for all eligible candidates!

Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a full or part time position. Bonus amount is prorated for part time hires; per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

Position Summary

The Nursing Unit Secretary II role performs clerical, receptionist, and regulatory duties. This role has the responsibility for advanced unit involvement in projects and house-wide activities. Strong candidates for this position will possess excellent customer service skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with team members, patients, and their families.

This unique Nursing Unit Secretary position offers a 32 hour per week schedule of 4 (8 hour) shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM performing general Nursing Unit Secretary duties with one shift focused on Nursing Unit Helper job functions OR 3 (10.5 hour) shifts. Candidates must be flexible to occasional weekends.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
• License/Certifications: Current BLS certification preferred or may be required based on location.
• Experience: Three years of secretarial experience with at least one year within MaineHealth required. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Nursing Unit Secretary I role.

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for Covid-19 and influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.