Unit Secretary -Cardiac Unit- PT/Days (24 hrs/wk)

Mercy Co; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance toward nursing

Health, dental & vision benefits from

Dependent Care FSA

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

PTO accrual including volunteer time

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Join Mercy Hospital Washington as a Unit Secretary in the Cardiac Telemetry unit. This part-time role is 24 hours per week, days shift, in a fast-paced 35-bed unit that supports STEMI, post-cardiac catheterization, CHF, arrhythmias, and stroke care.

You will facilitate communication and administrative operations, handling data entry and confidential information while supporting the healthcare team for patient care delivery and outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; or certification in medical office administration.
• Experience entering data and using computer systems.
• Clerical experience in healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA rules preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate unit communications and administrative tasks.
• Enter data and process information on computer systems.
• Support nurse-to-patient workflow in Cardiac Telemetry unit.

Skills

Medical terminology

HIPAA regulations

Clerical

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical office administration certification

Tools

Medical office software

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

As a Unit Secretary in a hospital setting, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating communication and administrative operations within the unit. This position requires strong organizational skills, diligence, and the ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality. Your role is integral to maintaining effective communication and coordination within the healthcare team, enhancing patient care delivery and outcomes.

Position Details:

Join Our Team at Mercy Hospital Washington!

Unit Secretary

Department: Cardiac Telemetry

Shift: Part-Time | 24 hrs/week | Days

About Our Department:

Welcome to our fast-paced 35-bed Cardiac Telemetry Unit, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!

We care for patients with STEMI, post-cardiac catheterization, CHF, arrhythmias, stroke management, and more. With a supportive nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4, our PCAs play a vital role in delivering compassionate, top-quality care.

We believe in teamwork, clear communication, accountability, and mutual respect — all to provide exceptional care to every patient.

Position Overview:

As a Unit Secretary in a hospital setting, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating communication and administrative operations within the unit. This position requires strong organizational skills, diligence, and the ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality. Your role is integral to maintaining effective communication and coordination within the healthcare team, enhancing patient care delivery and outcomes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Preferred Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in medical office administration.
• Experience: Prior experience using computers and computer systems to enter data, or process information. Experience in working with the public; customer service.
• Preferred Experience: Prior clerical experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Preferred Other: Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and HIPAA regulations preferred.

Benefits:

• Education assistance toward your nursing degree
• Health, dental & vision benefits starting day one
• $100/month annual contribution to Dependent Care FSA for eligible employees
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• 401(k) with employer match from day one
• PTO accrual starts immediately — including volunteer time off
• Competitive salary + exciting future career growth

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.