Nursing Unit Administrative Specialist

Westchester Medical Center; Town of Warwick (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center is seeking a Unit Secretary to perform clerical duties on a nursing unit, updating information and aiding patients, families, and staff for smooth operations. The role involves data entry, scheduling, and coordinating with physicians and departments to ensure efficient care delivery.

Ideal candidates have prior healthcare clerical experience and a high school diploma. The position requires interaction with patients and teams, adherence to policies, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Previous clerical experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient care materials and unit supplies.
• Initiates requisitions for supplies and equipment.
• Answers inquiries and directs calls from physicians.
• Ensures patient charts are organized and orders entered into systems if required.
• Coordinates work within the unit and interacts with staff to ensure quality patient care.
• Schedules outpatient follow-up appointments as needed.
• Maintains department logs and records; performs data entry as directed.

Skills

Clerical experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Westchester Medical Center is seeking a Unit Secretary to perform clerical duties on a nursing unit, updating information and aiding patients, families, and staff for smooth operations. The role involves data entry, scheduling, and coordinating with physicians and departments to ensure efficient care delivery.

Ideal candidates have prior healthcare clerical experience and a high school diploma. The position requires interaction with patients and teams, adherence to policies, and the ability to