Nursing Unit Administrative Specialist

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Washington, DC is seeking a unit secretary to support nursing operations. You will greet patients and staff, answer calls, relay messages, and help coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges.

The role uses MedConnect, Nurse Call, Teletracking and other systems to transcribe orders, file charts, manage supplies, and maintain a clean, organized workstation. It's a fast-paced clerical position requiring attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 to 12 months hospital/clerical experience with medical terminology familiarity.
• Ability to read, write, and use basic office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors, answer calls, relay information and alarms.
• Transcribe orders, prepare MAR, and assist with downtime procedures.
• Enter unit charges, fax orders, file charts, and maintain supplies.

Skills

Reading and writing

Medical terminology

Telephone etiquette

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MedConnect

Nurse Call system

Teletracking

PeopleSoft

Office Depot

Job description

MedStar Health in Washington, DC is seeking a unit secretary to support nursing operations. You will greet patients and staff, answer calls, relay messages, and help coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges.

The role uses MedConnect, Nurse Call, Teletracking and other systems to transcribe orders, file charts, manage supplies, and maintain a clean, organized workstation. It's a fast-paced clerical position requiring attention to detail and teamwork.