Unit Secretary - Medical Records & Unit Coordination

MetroWest Medical Center; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development

Job summary

MetroWest Medical Center is seeking a Unit Secretary to support nursing unit operations under the supervision of a Nurse Manager. You will compile, transcribe, and maintain records and provide information services to visitors and staff.

Responsibilities include transcribing orders, scheduling procedures, keeping charts organized, and assisting with patient care quality audits. The role requires a high school diploma and familiarity with medical terminology, with prior Unit Secretary experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be familiar with medical terminology.
• Experience with computer use required.

Responsibilities

• Records, transmits and files communications within the nursing unit.
• Transcribes physicians’ orders and schedules, signs patients in and out for surgery, treatments or tests.
• Makes necessary phone calls for special orders for doctors, patients, or nurses.
• Maintains current and orderly chart files; assembles charts for transfers or discharges.
• Prepares routine, confidential and/or special reports and assists with audits.
• Performs other duties as required or directed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MetroWest Medical Center is seeking a Unit Secretary to support nursing unit operations under the supervision of a Nurse Manager. You will compile, transcribe, and maintain records and provide information services to visitors and staff.

Responsibilities include transcribing orders, scheduling procedures, keeping charts organized, and assisting with patient care quality audits. The role requires a high school diploma and familiarity with medical terminology, with prior Unit Secretary experience