Unit Secretary- Per Diem

Catholic Health; Village of Rockville Centre (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Unit Secretary on a per diem basis. The role involves greeting patients, managing communications, and maintaining unit information. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong communication skills, with opportunities for growth and benefits.

Benefits

Tuition assistance

Pension

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Good communication skills; medical terminology knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors, providing information and directions.
• Answer and place telephone calls, page as needed.
• Maintain unit information in the Order Entry System.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Explore a career with Mercy Hospital, a 375-bed not-for-profit hospital serving Nassau County since 1913. Recognized among the top hospitals in New York, Mercy offers specialized centers and has received prestigious awards including Pathway to Excellence.

Responsibilities

1. Greet patients and visitors, providing information and directions.
2. Answer and place telephone calls, page as needed.
3. Respond to patient calls and communicate needs to staff.
4. Relay dietary changes to Food and Nutritional Services.
5. Notify Patient Registration of patient transfers, discharges, or expirations.
6. Maintain unit information in the Order Entry System.
7. Process referrals and maintain accurate census sheets.
8. Print patient labels and order supplies via Lawson system.
9. Organize and stock the desk and Nurses' Station.
10. Handle unit mail and prepare medical records for admissions, transfers, discharges, and procedures.
11. Notify Environmental Services of vacated beds.
12. Operate and maintain office equipment and report issues.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication skills; medical terminology knowledge preferred.

Salary Range

USD $25.11 per hour. Benefits and differential pay may apply.

We offer a people-first culture with benefits including tuition assistance, pension, and growth opportunities.