Unit Secretary

Location: Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Status: Part-time, hourly. Pay range: $17.27 - $19.28 per hour.

About the role

The Unit Secretary provides clerical and receptionist support for the Medical-Surgical unit and serves as the communication link for the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones/intercoms in a courteous and timely manner, screen calls, and refer messages appropriately.
• Assist in the flow of department work processes by running errands to other departments as requested.
• Function in emergencies as a team member with guidance from supervisory personnel.
• Maintain adequate supply of clerical materials.
• Maintain proper order of patient charts as per established guidelines.
• Participate in financial control through appropriate use of supplies and adherence to charging mechanisms.
• Perform duties to support the nursing staff.
• Process the flow of information on the nursing unit and, when appropriate, with outside institutions and individuals as directed.
• Provide accurate computer data entry of patient information.
• Sort and distribute mail.
• Transcribe physician orders from the medical record into informational systems.
• Additional duties as assigned; responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Comprehension of medical terminology.

Schedule

Part-time, day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM, 2 days per week.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, 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 partners (e.g., NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon).