Unit Secretary - Med/Surg/Tele - Full Time Days

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nursing Unit Secretary to support patient care and hospital operations. This role emphasizes the importance of communication and adaptability, ensuring that patients and their families receive the best possible experience. With a focus on collaboration and a supportive work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization. If you're passionate about healthcare and thrive in a dynamic setting, we encourage you to apply today!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a secretarial course and/or medical terminology course is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient interactions and hospital procedures.
• Ensure accuracy in order entry and communication with staff.

Skills

Medical Vocabulary Proficiency

Communication Skills

General Computer Skills

Order Entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Secretarial Course

Medical Terminology Course

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack MeridianHealthwe help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning.It’salso about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

• High school Diploma or GED isrequired
• Completion of a Secretarial course and/or aMedicalterminology course is preferred
• Previousexperience as a Nursing Unit Secretary in a hospital setting is stronglypreferred
• Proficiencywith medical vocabulary and general understanding of hospital policy & procedures. General computer skills, including order entry and basicproficiencywith Microsoft Office, arerequired. Excellent written and verbal communication skills arerequired. You must enjoy working with patients and theirfamilies, andbe both flexible and adaptable in adjusting to changes in patient population and volume. The ability to accept responsibility for accuracy and response times is critical.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!