Rehab Unit Secretary (Per Diem) with Growth & 401(k)

Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation, Inc.; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-matching 401(k) retirement计划

Orientation program

Advancement opportunities

Per Diem schedule

Shift differential

Job summary

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Unit Secretary to support patient care units with clerical tasks, including accurate transcription of orders, filing reports, and coordinating transportation and follow-up tests. The role emphasizes independent judgment and reliable communication with nursing staff.

Candidate should have strong computer skills and at least 1 year of clerical experience in a medical setting; HS diploma or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills required.
• Minimum 1 year of clerical experience in a medical setting preferred.
• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to patient care units, including transcription of orders and filing of reports.
• Answer the telephone, take and deliver messages by phone or verbally.
• Maintain close communication with the Charge Nurse/House Supervisor.
• Handle all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Order supplies as needed from Materials Management.
• Verify physician privileges prior to transcribing orders.
• Transcribe and flag orders from charts.
• Arrange transport of patients for tests not offered in the hospital.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Unit Secretary to support patient care units with clerical tasks, including accurate transcription of orders, filing reports, and coordinating transportation and follow-up tests. The role emphasizes independent judgment and reliable communication with nursing staff.

Candidate should have strong computer skills and at least 1 year of clerical experience in a medical setting; HS diploma or equivalent preferred.