Unit Secretary - Med/Surg - Full Time Days

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Nursing Unit Secretary to support clinical teams in a hospital setting. The role requires strong communication, medical vocabulary, and proficiency with standard office software.

Responsibilities include assisting with administrative tasks, coordinating patient flow, and maintaining accurate records in Microsoft Office and Google Suite environments. An emphasis on accuracy, discretion, and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency with medical vocabulary and hospital policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical vocabulary

Computer skills

Office software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Secretarial course

Medical terminology course

Nursing Unit Secretary experience

Job description

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Proficiency with medical vocabulary and general understanding of hospital policy & procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Completion of a Secretarial course and/or a Medical terminology course.
• Previous experience as a Nursing Unit Secretary in a hospital setting.