Unit Secretary - Pediatrics - Per Diem Days

Overview :

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed.

With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning.

It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Unit Secretary is responsible for assisting assigned patients in the activities, treatments, procedures and tests under the direction of the Registered Nurse and / or other designated individuals.

The duties of the nursing assistant are carried out in accordance with the state and local laws and the nursing policies and procedures of the utilizing institution.

Responsibilities :

A day in the life of a Unit Secretary at Hackensack Meridian Health includes :

Performing clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient information while prioritizing and organizing work assignments based on changing needs and situations in the department

Greeting patients and families. Assisting them in filling out necessary forms and paperwork.

Completing admission and discharge paper work and file processing

Developing a rapport and cooperative relationship with nursing and clinical staff and responding to questions / requests from healthcare providers

Organizing and filing medical information appropriately

Answering the phones and call bell and communicating clearly when receiving information from other units, physicians and / or guests

Safeguarding sensitive medical information and practicing strict procedures in handling confidentiality of data pertaining to patients, clinicians, employees, and visitors

Serving as a resource within the department in terms of helping to troubleshoot computer and systems usage issues

Maintaining and stocking all designated clerical related supplies and equipment in the department

Completing other / varied tasks as necessary to ensure the efficient operation of the department

Qualifications :

High school Diploma or GED is required

Completion of a Secretarial course and / or a Medical terminology course is preferred

Previous experience as a Nursing Unit Secretary in a hospital setting is strongly preferred

Proficiency with medical vocabulary and general understanding of hospital policy & procedures. General computer skills, including order entry and basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, are required.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. You must enjoy working with patients and their families, and be both flexible and adaptable in adjusting to changes in patient population and volume.

The ability to accept responsibility for accuracy and response times is critical.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!