Unit Secretary, Per diem, 1st shift, Mt. Holly

Virtua Medical Group; Holly (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Unit Secretary to join their team. In this per diem role, you will perform essential clerical and secretarial duties, ensuring the smooth operation of the nursing unit. You will be responsible for maintaining patient records, coordinating patient flow, and assisting with various administrative tasks. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, a professional demeanor, and the ability to multi-task effectively. If you have a passion for healthcare and are looking for a flexible opportunity, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years secretarial or administrative experience in a medical setting preferred.
• Basic computer skills and understanding of medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Processes and maintains clerical information on the unit.
• Maintains patient’s electronic medical record ensuring accuracy.
• Coordinates patient flow and maintains supplies and equipment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Understanding of medical terminology

Professional demeanor

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Additional coursework in medical support

Job description

Unit Secretary, Per diem, 1st shift, Mt. Holly

Unit Secretary, Per diem, 1st shift, Mt. Holly

Location: Mount Holly - 175 Madison Avenue

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Per Diem

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 0

Job Information:

Summary:
Performs clerical and secretarial duties on the unit.
Prepares, compiles, and maintains patient and operational records in the nursing unit.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Processes and maintains clerical information on unit. Responds to, screens and refers telephone messages and requests regarding patient information and unit operation to the appropriate personnel. Assists with coordination of patient flow, unit rounding, and visitor security.
2. Maintains patient’s electronic medical record, ensures completeness and accuracy of patient charts and records, communicates consults by contacting providers, and facilitates admission, discharge, transfer status.
3. Assists with coordination of patient flow including coordination of patient transportation to external facilities or discharge to home.
4. Maintains supplies, equipment, and places orders for service, coordinating with Environmental Support Services as required.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

1. Basic computer skills (word processing, data entry), with ability to quickly learn and become proficient using Unit computer systems.
2. Understanding / familiarity of medical terminology or ability to quickly learn in order to process and maintain accurate medical records.
3. Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, tactfully, and courteously with customers and staff on all levels.
4. Ability to multi-task effectively.
5. 1-2 years secretarial or administrative assistant experience in a medical setting is preferred.

Required Education:

1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Additional coursework in the medical support field is preferred.