Unit Secretary - PT (24 hrs/wk)- Night Shift

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship is seeking a Unit Secretary to facilitate communication and administrative operations within the unit. The role requires strong organization, confidentiality, and coordination with the healthcare team to improve patient care delivery.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and may hold medical office administration certification, with prior experience in healthcare clerical tasks and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education/certification in medical office administration preferred.
• Experience with computers and data entry; customer service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations preferred; healthcare clerical experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication and administrative operations within the unit.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive patient information.
• Support healthcare team coordination to enhance patient care delivery.

Skills

Computer/data entry

Customer service

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical office administration certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! As a Unit Secretary in a hospital setting, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating communication and administrative operations within the unit. This position requires strong organizational skills, diligence, and the ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality. Your role is integral to maintaining effective communication and coordination within the healthcare team, enhancing patient care delivery and outcomes.

• Preferred Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in medical office administration.
• Experience: Prior experience using computers and computer systems to enter data, or process information. Experience in working with the public; customer service.
• Preferred Experience: Prior clerical experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Preferred Other: Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and HIPAA regulations preferred.

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy! As a Unit Secretary in a hospital setting, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating communication and administrative operations within the unit. This position requires strong organizational skills, diligence, and the ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality. Your role is integral to maintaining effective communication and coordination within the healthcare team, enhancing patient care delivery and outcomes.

Position Details

• Preferred Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in medical office administration.
• Experience: Prior experience using computers and computer systems to enter data, or process information. Experience in working with the public; customer service.
• Preferred Experience: Prior clerical experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Preferred Other: Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and HIPAA regulations preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.