Unit Secretary, Postpartum and Pediatrics (Part-Time)

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

VHC Health is seeking a Part-Time Unit Secretary for the Postpartum and Pediatrics unit in Arlington, VA. The role focuses on frontline receptionist and clerical duties, coordinating unit activities, and supporting patient care delivery without direct medical duties.

The position requires strong communication skills, basic computer knowledge, and preferred experience in secretarial work and medical terminology. It is a part-time, on-site role with the hospital’s diverse patient population.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Computer experience is required.
• Secretarial experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform receptionist and clerical duties for updating and organizing information and supplies on nursing units and coordinate work within the unit and with other departments.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, call physician offices as requested, and provide information to affiliated providers.
• Respond to inquiries from staff, patients, and visitors, and support patient care delivery.
• Communicate effectively with patients/public/staff of all ages and maintain unit efficiency.

Skills

Computer skills

Secretarial experience

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Title

Unit Secretary, Postpartum and Pediatrics (Part-Time)

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Unit Secretary (US) is responsible for performing a variety of receptionist and clerical duties relating to the updating and organizing of information and supplies on the nursing unites, coordinating work within the unit as well as with other units and departments, reporting pertinent information to the immediate supervisor, responding to inquiries and requests from staff, patients, and visitors, and supporting patient care delivery. This position has front line responsibility for handling customer service interactions through telephone and personal contact and facilitating unit efficiency. Where appropriate, this employee will answer phones, schedule appointments, call physician offices as requested and accurately provide information to affiliated providers. This position has no responsibility for the assessment, treatment or care of patients, however the ability to communicate and interact with patients/public/staff of all ages is required.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience:

Computer experience is required.

Secretarial experience is preferred.

Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

None.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate— is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.