Onsite Unit Secretary & Patient Care Coordinator

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend rotation

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is seeking a part-time Unit Secretary to support the 5 East unit at Jamaica Plain, MA. The role provides essential clerical support, coordinates tests and appointments, and helps manage admissions, discharges, and transfers. Strong teamwork and communication are required to maintain patient care standards.

The position includes rotating shifts with weekend/holiday coverage, on-site work, and a focus on patient-centered care in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for patient care and teamwork.
• Proven ability to work under pressure in a clinical, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Answer unit phones and take accurate messages for clinical staff.
• Schedule patient tests and appointments as directed by physicians/Nurses.
• Maintain patient medical records per hospital policy and procedures.
• Coordinate discharges, transfers and admissions to ensure smooth unit operations.
• Provide back-up coverage for patient transport and assist with escorting discharge patients/families.
• Collaborate with health care team and other departments to support unit operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Adaptability under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is seeking a part-time Unit Secretary to support the 5 East unit at Jamaica Plain, MA. The role provides essential clerical support, coordinates tests and appointments, and helps manage admissions, discharges, and transfers. Strong teamwork and communication are required to maintain patient care standards.

The position includes rotating shifts with weekend/holiday coverage, on-site work, and a focus on patient-centered care in a busy hospital environment.