Unit Secretary, Medical Surgical Unit V

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Newark is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Medical Surgical Unit V. The role provides essential support to the nursing team, coordinates admissions and orders, and acts as the central communication hub on the unit.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, clerical or customer service experience, and strong computer and organizational skills. Per diem evening shifts with pay range $21.14 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous clerical, administrative, or customer service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and electronic medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients, families, visitors, and physicians with exceptional customer service.
• Answering telephones, call bells, and intercoms and directing requests to the team.
• Coordinating admissions, transfers, and discharges with accurate patient information.
• Entering physician orders and updating patient records in EMR systems.
• Preparing, organizing, and maintaining reports and unit documentation.
• Supporting daily nursing station operations and supplies.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Unit Secretary, Medical Surgical Unit V

Job Title: Unit Secretary

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Medical Surgical Unit V

Req #: 0000268611

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $21.14 - $21.14 per hour

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

As a Unit Secretary, you will play a vital role in supporting our nursing team while helping create a welcoming, organized environment for patients, families, and visitors. If you enjoy multitasking, communicating with people, and keeping operations running smoothly, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes of patient care. As the central point of communication for the nursing unit, you will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure information flows accurately and efficiently, so patients receive exceptional care.

As a Unit Secretary, a typical day might include the following:

• Welcoming patients, families, visitors, and physicians while providing exceptional customer service
• Answering telephones, call bells, and intercoms, directing requests to the appropriate team members
• Coordinating patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining accurate patient information
• Entering physician orders and updating patient records using electronic medical record systems
• Preparing, organizing, and maintaining reports and unit documentation.
• Supporting the daily operations of the nursing station by maintaining supplies and ensuring an organized work environment
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote efficient workflows and positive patient experiences

The Unit secretary might be for you if:

• You enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare environment where no two days are the same
• You thrive on staying organized and balancing multiple priorities.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues
• You take pride in providing outstanding customer service and compassionate support
• You are comfortable using computers and learning electronic health record systems.
• You enjoy being part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care
• You're seeking a healthcare career where your organizational skills directly support clinical excellence

To be considered for this position, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, along with previous clerical, administrative, or customer service experience. Strong communication, organizational, multitasking, and computer skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment. Previous experience as a Unit Clerk, Unit Secretary, or in a hospital or medical office setting is preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology, electronic medical records, physician order entry, and healthcare documentation is also preferred. Per Diem from 3:00pm-11:00pm as needed, flexible with schedule.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer