Unit Secretary - Med Surg/ Renal/ Oncology/ Palliative Care - Part Time Dayshift

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Education Assistance & Tuition Reim-b

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and H

Job summary

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a Unit Secretary for 5 East (Med Surg/Renal/Oncology/Palliative Care) Part Time dayshift 630am-7pm, 24 hrs biweekly. You will coordinate unit activities, support clinical workflows, enter physician orders, and maintain medical records with accuracy.

Ideal candidate has a high school diploma and familiarity with medical terminology; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; able to handle high-volume, fast-paced environment and 100+ daily

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited business or medical assistant course.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and Windows-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, organize, and prioritize unit activities to support patient safety and throughput.
• Handle multiple simultaneous tasks and requests in a high-stress clinical setting.
• Support the healthcare team by managing communications, documentation, and procedural coordination.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the medical record from admission through discharge.
• Enter and verify physician orders in the EHR system (inpatient setting).
• Interact professionally with physicians, patients, visitors, and staff—often exceeding 100 unique interactions daily.
• Uphold Meritus Health’s values of compassion, excellence, integrity, and collaboration in every task.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant coursework

Tools

Windows

Job description

Unit Secretary - Med Surg/ Renal/ Oncology/ Palliative Care - Part Time Dayshift

Job Category : Administrative/Clerical

Requisition Number : UNITS015464

• Posted : September 10, 2026
• Part-Time
• Hourly Range : $18 USD to $23.35 USD

Locations

Showing 1 location

Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $23.35 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Description

Unit Secretary - 5 East - Med Surg/ Renal/ Oncology/ Palliative Care
Part Time - 24 hrs. Biweekly - 630am - 7pm | 1 shift per week

At Meritus Health, we believe that exceptional care begins with exceptional coordination. As a Unit Secretary, you’ll be the heartbeat of a high-acuity clinical team—ensuring that every detail, every order, and every interaction supports our mission to improve the health of our community.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple priorities with grace and precision. You’ll play a vital part in patient safety and throughput initiatives by organizing unit activities, supporting clinical workflows, and maintaining the integrity of medical records. Whether you’re entering physician orders or fielding requests from patients and providers, your ability to stay focused and responsive will help deliver compassionate, efficient care.

5 East is a 28 bed Medical Surgical unit specializing in Renal, Oncology, and Palliative Care.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, organize, and prioritize unit activities to support patient safety and throughput
• Handle multiple simultaneous tasks and requests in a high-stress clinical setting
• Support the healthcare team by managing communications, documentation, and procedural coordination
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the medical record from admission through discharge
• Accurately enter and verify physician orders in the electronic health record (EHR) system (inpatient setting)
• Interact professionally with physicians, patients, visitors, and staff—often exceeding 100 unique interactions daily
• Uphold Meritus Health’s values of compassion, excellence, integrity, and collaboration in every task

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited business or medical assistant course, or equivalent experience required

Experience

• Familiarity with medical terminology, clerical-level typing, and Windows-based applications preferred

Licensure/Certification

• Not applicable

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional interpersonal skills to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple events and requests simultaneously
• Ability to remain focused and responsive in a dynamic, high-volume environment
• Professional communication and customer service skills
• Comfort interacting with a wide range of individuals, including physicians, patients, department heads, and visitors
• Commitment to accuracy, timeliness, and patient-centered service

Caring for Our Team

We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
  Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay
  Team members workingevening, night, or weekend shiftsmay be eligible for additional pay.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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