Unit Secretary

RWJBarnabas Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health at RWJUH Hamilton Hospital is seeking a Unit Secretary to provide clerical support on the Medical-Surgical Unit-I. You will assist nursing Directors and staff, manage calls, direct visitors, maintain patient records, and help ensure smooth patient flow and guest relations.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, health-care clerical exposure preferred, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clerical healthcare experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiar with office equipment (copier, fax).

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental rounds and stock supply closet.
• Answer and transfer inbound calls.
• Direct the flow of patients' visitors and physicians.
• Respond to patient call bells and inquiries promptly.
• Support patient flow and escalate barriers to management.
• Maintain accurate information in medical records and documentation.
• Participate in staff meetings, patient rounds, and unit audits.

Skills

Clear communication

Strong organization

multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Job Title: Unit Secretary

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-I

Req #: 0000270063

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $16.36 - $20.14 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

The Unit Secretary/Clerk provides clerical services to the patient care units. You will be assisting the nursing Directors and the staff nurses collaborating clerical functions, answers inquiries of a general nature by physicians, patients and families and conducts principle of positive guest relations. Facilitates the efficient workflow of a patient unit and promotes patient satisfaction and families.

As Unit Secretary/Clerk, a typical day might include the following:

• Conducting environmental rounds stock supply closet
• Answering and transferring inbound phone calls received
• Directing the flow of patient’s visitors and physicians
• Answering patient’s call bells
• Promoting patient flow efforts by actively participating in patient movement and escalating barriers to management
• Retaining correct and appropriate medical information in the medical record
• Participating in staff meeting, patient rounding sessions and audits in order to address unit needs based on patient census and activity change

The Unit Secretary/Clerk role might be for you if:

• You communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families and staff
• You stay organized and can manage multiple tasks in busy clinical setting
• You provide assistance to staff, physician and family members
• You meet the physical demands of the job
• You respond in timely manner to all office and schedule inquiries

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a High School diploma and equivalent. Preferably with clerical experience in health care and medical terminology. Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office, Word and Excel Outlook, proficient in computer skills. Familiarity with office equipment such as copier, fax machines. Must demonstrate willingness to learn.