Unit Secretary - FT Evening/Night 6:45p-7:15a

MedStar Health; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leonardtown seeks a Unit Secretary for its nursing unit. This full-time position involves providing essential clerical support, enhancing patient interactions, and ensuring efficient communication among medical staff and patients. Ideal for those with strong organizational skills and a high school diploma, this role supports the operational needs of a busy healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical clerical/receptionist roles preferred.
• Completion of relevant training such as nurse technician or medical assistant programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support within the nursing unit.
• Maintain patient medical records and manage unit materials.
• Assist with clerical tasks for physicians and nursing staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Clerical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Unit Secretary - FT Evening/Night 6:45p-7:15a

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Position Overview

Responsible for providing secretarial support within an assigned nursing unit and delivering superior customer service to patients and visitors.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to department goals, adhere to policies, procedures, quality, and safety standards, and comply with regulations.
• Communicate effectively, greet and direct patients, visitors, and staff, and handle mail and items for patients.
• Assist physicians and nursing staff with clerical tasks and support department leadership as needed.
• Answer call systems, relay messages, and act as communication liaison during emergencies and STAT requests.
• Notify relevant personnel of admissions, transfers, discharges, and other patient status changes.
• Place calls for consult orders, log communications, and follow-up to ensure proper receipt and action.
• Maintain supplies and equipment, and manage unit materials.
• Maintain patient medical records, both electronic and hardcopy, and fax information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Perform department-specific tasks requiring specialized skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience in medical clerical/receptionist roles preferred, or completion of relevant training such as nurse technician or medical assistant programs.

Additional Details

Salary range: $17.50 - $28.73 per hour.

Job Details

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Administrative
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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