Unit Secretary: Patient Records & Front Desk Support

Boston Medical Center; Towson, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free parking

Monthly bus pass subsidy

Onsite fitness center

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Towson, MD is seeking a secretary to provide essential secretarial support for a nursing unit. Responsibilities include managing patient records, serving as unit receptionist, coordinating with departments, and maintaining supplies and equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma, familiarity with medical terminology, and strong communication skills. 6 months of experience preferred; pay range is competitive with benefits.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology normally acquired through completion of a medical terminology course to transcribe physician orders.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and complete patient medical records and related files.
• Acts as unit receptionist for hospital personnel, patients and visitors.
• Maintains unit records such as statistics, charges and logbook.
• Maintains equipment and supply inventories.
• Observes safety measures and helps keep a clean, orderly environment.
• Assists with limited patient care duties as directed by nursing personnel.
• Assists with orienting new personnel to the unit.
• Performs discharge phone calls to patients for feedback.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Read/write requisition forms

Computerized order entry

Prioritization under pressure

Multitasking

Medication safety

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Medical terminology course

Tools

Computerized order entry system

Job description

GBMC HealthCare in Towson, MD is seeking a secretary to provide essential secretarial support for a nursing unit. Responsibilities include managing patient records, serving as unit receptionist, coordinating with departments, and maintaining supplies and equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma, familiarity with medical terminology, and strong communication skills. 6 months of experience preferred; pay range is competitive with benefits.