Unit Secretary - Patient Care Coordinator (Per Diem)

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital is seeking a Per Diem Unit Secretary to support the Operations team on the patient care unit. You will handle phones, scheduling, medical records, and coordination of discharges and admissions under supervision of the Operations Manager and Nursing leadership.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in medical or customer service settings, a High School diploma or equivalent (Associate’s preferred), and strong Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in medical or customer service setting preferred.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology preferred.
• Computer knowledge of Microsoft Office strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer and route unit phone calls to appropriate staff.
• Schedule tests, appointments, and referrals as directed.
• Maintain patient records neatly and accurately.
• Coordinate discharges, transfers, and admissions.
• Provide back-up support for patient transport and clerical tasks.

Skills

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree

Job description

Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital is seeking a Per Diem Unit Secretary to support the Operations team on the patient care unit. You will handle phones, scheduling, medical records, and coordination of discharges and admissions under supervision of the Operations Manager and Nursing leadership.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in medical or customer service settings, a High School diploma or equivalent (Associate’s preferred), and strong Microsoft Office skills.