Administrative Secretary - Per Diem

Overview

St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI Surgery. Additionally, U.S. News rates St. Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island.

St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.

The Secretary will be a part of the Electrophysiology Lab.

Job Details

Position Summary

The Administrative Secretary provides front office and administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations and a positive experience for patients, visitors, and staff. This role requires strong organizational skills, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for patients and visitors by greeting them in a courteous, professional manner.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls promptly and respond to inquiries efficiently.
• Assist patients with appointment scheduling, forms, and general administrative needs.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties including data entry, filing, document preparation, and office support projects.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational policies.
• Support the healthcare team with additional administrative tasks as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a medical or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with basic office equipment and computer applications.

Posted Salary Range

USD $20.90 - USD $31.35 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.