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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance toward your nurse

Health, dental & vision benefits start

Dependent Care FSA contribution

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

PTO and volunteer time off

Competitive salary and career growth

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a Part-Time Unit Secretary for the Cardiac Telemetry unit. This role supports communication and administrative operations, ensuring smooth patient flow and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

You will handle data entry, coordinate with nurses and other staff, and contribute to compassionate patient care. A high school diploma and computer system experience are required; HIPAA knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; medical office administration certification preferred.
• Experience using computers to enter data; customer service experience.
• Clerical experience in healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication and administrative operations within the unit.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Coordinate with nursing staff to support patient care workflow.

Skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Data entry

Education

High school diploma

Medical office certification

Tools

EHR systems

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!

Department: Cardiac Telemetry

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

About Our Department

Welcome to our

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.