Unit Secretary

Job Title: Unit Secretary

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: Valerie Fund

Req #:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $17.27 - $19.28 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.

Job Overview:

The Unit Secretary provides clerical and receptionist support for the unit and is the communication link of the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Comprehension of medical terminology

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem Day

Essential Functions:

• Acts as a receptionist to all customers.
• Adapts to varying work requirements dependent on the unit's needs
• Answers phones/intercoms in a courteous and timely manner, screens calls and refers messages appropriately
• Assists in the flow of department work processes by running errands to other departments as requested
• Functions in an emergency situation as a team member with guidance from supervisory personnel
• Maintains adequate supply of clerical materials
• Maintains proper order of patient charts as per established guidelines
• Participates in financial control through appropriate use of supplies and adherence to charging mechanisms
• Performs duties to support the nursing staff
• Processes the flow of information on the nursing unit and when appropriate, with outside institutions and individuals as directed
• Provides accurate computer data entry of information
• Sorts and distributes mail
• Transcribes physician orders from medical record into informational system

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• .and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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