Unit Secretary - Medical Records & Admin Support (24 hrs)

Capital Health Screening Centre; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Prescription drug coverage & In-House 

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Benefits – STD

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Transit

Commuter Parking

Paid Time-Off

Job summary

Capital Health is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Clerk to join our team on a full-time basis. You will transcribe physicians' orders, maintain charts and databases, and ensure accurate, confidential patient records across the unit, MARs, and related forms.

Responsibilities include maintaining census and records, scheduling tests, and coordinating with staff to ensure timely patient care. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: One year clerical experience preferred in a medical setting or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing school or medical professional healthcare program.
• Knowledge and Skills: English speaking skills; basic organizational and reception skills.
• Special Training: Knowledge of medical terminology; transcription skills.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physicians' orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains patient charts and records; files test results, lab reports, and treatments.
• Maintains unit census, log books, and databases; ensures data accuracy.
• Prepares unit charges and expedites material/supply orders as needed.
• Answers calls; communicates messages to staff and physicians promptly.
• Supports patient movement and coordinating admissions/discharges with relevant teams.

Skills

Transcription skills

Medical terminology

Keyboarding

Clerical experience

English speaking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Capital Health is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Clerk to join our team on a full-time basis. You will transcribe physicians' orders, maintain charts and databases, and ensure accurate, confidential patient records across the unit, MARs, and related forms.

Responsibilities include maintaining census and records, scheduling tests, and coordinating with staff to ensure timely patient care. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and retirement options.