Part-Time Unit Clerk: Front Desk & Admin Support

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking a part-time Unit Clerk to perform clerical duties and support quality patient care. Responsibilities include typing, filing, telephone communications, and assisting in unit operations to facilitate smooth patient service.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) with 1–2 years of experience; familiarity with office equipment, MS Office, and strong communication are important. Light to medium work with professional attire is expected.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; business school or formal secretarial training a plus.
• 1–2 years’ minimum experience required.
• Familiar with phone, fax, copier, and computer systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to greet visitors and manage mail.

Responsibilities

• Operate phone system, fax, copier and computer systems.
• Maintain organized files and records.
• Draft memos and correspondence from general instructions.
• Answer telephone and route messages.
• Greet visitors and manage waiting area with clear service expectations.
• Sort and distribute departmental mail.
• Arrive on time, present professional appearance.
• Follow hospital policies and procedures; adapt to changes.
• Demonstrate teamwork and timely task completion.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor.

Skills

Phone system

Fax machine

Copier

Computer systems

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking a part-time Unit Clerk to perform clerical duties and support quality patient care. Responsibilities include typing, filing, telephone communications, and assisting in unit operations to facilitate smooth patient service.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) with 1–2 years of experience; familiarity with office equipment, MS Office, and strong communication are important. Light to medium work with professional attire is expected.