General Summary

Under moderate supervision performs a variety of clerical duties to relieve the nurses of non-nursing functions. Schedules routine and emergency surgical cases or procedures using the computer in accordance with the departmental policy.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Posting Supervisor and Operations Manager of assigned department.

Working Conditions

Works inside, in a clean, fast paced environment, with frequent interruptions and exposure to multiple crisis situations. Requires close attention to many details and neatness. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials requiring the observance of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. Required to rotate shifts including weekends and holidays. This position has been classified as low or no exposure risk and does not require the completion of an annual testing, but may require "just in time" testing if the need arises.

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting most of the time 5-8 hours/shift. Requires walking to deliver schedules throughout hospital 0-3 hours/shift. Requires visual and hearing acuity to converse with staff, physicians, ancillary departments and outside hospital offices via telephone and personally 3-5 shifts

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience using a basic office suite, such as Microsoft, required.
• General office experience or previous unit secretary experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.