Secretary/Technician - Per Diem, Various 8 Hour Shifts, 4 West Med Surge, Chilton Medical Center

The Regional Municipality of Durham; Pequannock Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Jersey is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with patient care and perform secretarial duties. This role involves supporting nurses with various tasks and requires strong communication skills and prior experience in healthcare. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to contribute to quality patient care in an esteemed healthcare system.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Prior administrative and patient care experience in acute care is required.
• BLS preferred.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Word and Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Performs secretarial duties like answering phones and maintaining patient charts.
• Assists with EKGs, phlebotomy, and patient transportation as directed by RN.
• Assists with ADLs such as bathing and oral hygiene.

Skills

Strong Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Epic

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Essential Job Function:

• Secretarial Duties: Including but not limited to answering phones, call bells, visitor intercom, supply inventory and ordering, restocking supplies, supply procurement, preparing and maintaining patient charts, tracking patient flow in and out of the unit, and filing as needed
• Patient Care Technician Duties: As directed by RN, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucometer testing, meal assistance, transportation, disinfecting equipment, and performing ADLs such as skin care needs, bathing, oral hygiene, and mobility. The sec/tech candidate will be flexible and patient focused, assisting with patient care and transportation as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

Qualifications:

• Prior administrative and patient care experience in acute care
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Word and Excel required. Epic preferred
• BLS preferred
• Strong Communication skills
• Promotion of Atlantic Health System PRIDE Values

ABOUT US

At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

• Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.

We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

• 100 Best Companies to Work For and FORTUNE magazine for 15 years
• Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
• 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
• 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
• Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
• Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
• One of the 100 Best Workplaces for "Millennials" Great Place to Work and FORTUNE magazine
• One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work and FORTUNE magazine
• Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
• NJ Sustainable Business

Located in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, Chilton Medical Center has been ranked the top mid-sized hospital in NJ for six years in a row, according to Castle Connolly. The Leapfrog Group gave us an "A" Hospital Safety Grade and we've received the Lifeline Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. In addition, The Joint Commission recognized us as a Primary Stroke Center. We were awarded the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite. We achieved Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. ANCC's Magnet Recognition Program identifies superior quality in nursing care and is the highest national honor for nursing excellence.

Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.