Unit Secretary, Cardiac Post CTICU

Unit Secretary, Cardic Post CTICU Req #: 0000260853 Category: Clerical / Administrative Status: Full-Time Shift: Evening Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Department: Cardiac Post CTICU Pay Range: $21.14 per hour Location: 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027 Job Title: Unit Secretary Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name: Cardiac Post CTICU Req #: 0000260853 Status: Hourly Shift: Evening Pay Range: $21.14 - $21.14 per hour Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. As a Unit Secretary, you will play a vital role in supporting our nursing team while helping create a welcoming, organized environment for patients, families, and visitors. If you enjoy multitasking, communicating with people, and keeping operations running smoothly, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes of patient care. As the central point of communication for the nursing unit, you will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure information flows accurately and efficiently, so patients receive exceptional care. As a Unit Secretary, a typical day might include the following: Welcoming patients, families, visitors, and physicians while providing exceptional customer service Answering telephones, call bells, and intercoms, directing requests to the appropriate team members Coordinating patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining accurate patient information Entering physician orders and updating patient records using electronic medical record systems Preparing, organizing, and maintaining reports and unit documentation. Supporting the daily operations of the nursing station by maintaining supplies and ensuring an organized work environment Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote efficient workflows and positive patient experiences This role might be for you if: You enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare environment where no two days are the same You thrive on staying organized and balancing multiple priorities. You communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues You take pride in providing outstanding customer service and compassionate support You are comfortable using computers and learning electronic health record systems. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care You're seeking a healthcare career where your organizational skills directly support clinical excellence To be considered for this position, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, along with previous clerical, administrative, or customer service experience. Strong communication, organizational, multitasking, and computer skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment. Previous experience as a Unit Clerk, Unit Secretary, or in a hospital or medical office setting is preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology, electronic medical records, physician order entry, and healthcare documentation is also preferred. The hours are from 3:00pm- 11:00pm, Full Time, Monday -Friday with every other weekend and holiday. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr