Unit Secretary, Emergency Department, Part Time, 7a-7p, Camden

Virtua; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a clerical associate to perform secretarial duties in the nursing unit. The role involves maintaining patient records, coordinating patient flow, and ensuring accurate information is processed. Ideal candidates will have experience in administrative roles within a medical setting, along with strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a medical setting preferred.
• Proficiency in word processing and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient and operational records in the nursing unit.
• Process and maintain clerical information.
• Assist with coordination of patient flow and visitor security.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Understanding of medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Coursework in medical support field

Job description

Summary:

Performs clerical and secretarial duties on the unit.

Prepares, compiles, and maintains patient and operational records in the nursing unit.

Position Responsibilities:

Processes and maintains clerical information on unit. Responds to, screens and refers telephone messages and requests regarding patient information and unit operation to the appropriate personnel. Assists with coordination of patient flow, unit rounding, and visitor security.

Maintains patient’s electronic medical record, ensures completeness and accuracy of patient charts and records, communicates consults by contacting providers, and facilitates admission, discharge, transfer status.

Assists with coordination of patient flow including coordination of patient transportation to external facilities or discharge to home.

Maintains supplies, equipment, and places orders for service, coordinating with Environmental Support Services as required.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

Basic computer skills (word processing, data entry), with ability to quickly learn and become proficient using Unit computer systems.

Understanding / familiarity of medical terminology or ability to quickly learn in order to process and maintain accurate medical records.

Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, tactfully, and courteously with customers and staff on all levels.

Ability to multi-task effectively.

1-2 years secretarial or administrative assistant experience in a medical setting is preferred.

Required Education:

High school graduate or equivalent.

Additional coursework in the medical support field is preferred.