Unit Secretary — Patient-Flow & Admin Coordinator

Jefferson Health; Stratford (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc. in Stratford, NJ seeks a unit secretary to perform clerical duties, including data entry into Hospital Information System, to support unit operations.

You will assist in admissions, transfers, discharges, and coordinate off-unit testing and appointments while working with clinical staff and leadership to manage inventory and ensure smooth patient flow. You will be professional and welcoming to all patients and families, collaborating across departments to

Qualifications

• Secretarial and computer experience with medical terminology.
• Cultural awareness and ability to work with diverse backgrounds.
• Effective communication to partners with patients and families.
• Patient- and family-centered care mindset.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients, families and staff following Jefferson values.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges and coordinate testing/appointments.
• Maintain medical records and organize information for department operations.
• Support unit inventory needs and collaborate with supply chain and leadership.
• Communicate with interprofessional team and assist in emergency codes.

Skills

Data entry

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Education

Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc. in Stratford, NJ seeks a unit secretary to perform clerical duties, including data entry into Hospital Information System, to support unit operations.

You will assist in admissions, transfers, discharges, and coordinate off-unit testing and appointments while working with clinical staff and leadership to manage inventory and ensure smooth patient flow. You will be professional and welcoming to all patients and families, collaborating across departments to