Unit Secretary, Labor & Delivery, Full Time Day, Voorhees

Virtua Medical Group, PA; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and sick leave

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a unit-based clerical professional in Voorhees, NJ. This role performs essential clerical duties, maintains medical records, and coordinates patient flow to support efficient care delivery.

Responsibilities include transcribing orders, updating the computer system, and managing supplies. Requires basic computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn unit computer systems quickly.
• Familiarity with medical terminology or ability to learn to maintain accurate medical records.

Responsibilities

• Processes and maintains clerical information on unit, including lab results and patient information.
• Maintains patient medical records in computer system and ensures accuracy of charts and orders.
• Assists with coordination of patient flow and scheduling follow-ups with physicians.
• Maintains supplies and equipment and places orders as required with Environmental Services.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology familiarity

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Unit computer systems

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location: Voorhees - 100 Bowman Drive

Remote Type: On-Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 36

Schedule

Three, 12-hour rotating days per week, 7:00am-7:00pm. Includes every 3rd weekend (Saturday & Sunday) and every other holiday.

Summary

Performs clerical and secretarial duties on the unit.

Position Responsibilities

• Processes and maintains clerical information on unit, including lab and other test results. Transcribes and accurately enters physician orders into the computer system. 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 and visitor security.
• Maintains patient medical records in computer system, ensuring completeness and accuracy of patient charts and records, physician orders, admission, discharge, transfer status.
• Assists with coordination of patient flow. Sets up transportation and appointments for follow up with physicians.
• 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.

Hourly Rate

$18.69 - $26.01

The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability
• colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance
• an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.

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