What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Secretary position at medstar-stg?
Department: 2 North
Status: Full Time, 40 hours per week
Schedule: 7:00am - 3:30pm and 3:00pm – 11:30pm; Monday – Friday with rotating weekend
Union: SEI
Job Summary:
MedStar Health is looking for a Unit Secretary to join our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital!
The position provides clerical and receptionist support to ensure smooth operations on the patient care unit. This role involves handling patient records, coordinating appointments and tests, managing supplies, and operating communication systems.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
· Greet patients, families, and visitors and assist as needed.
· Transcribe doctor’s orders and coordinate patient testing and procedures.
· Receive and organize supplies and place them in storage areas.
· Manage the unit's communication systems (phones, paging system, etc.).
· Maintain and file patient medical records.
· Submit charges for treatments and supplies.
· Perform inventory checks and order supplies as needed.
· Ensure office equipment is functioning and request repairs when necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
· High school diploma or GED.
· Minimum 1 year experience as a unit secretary, preferably in healthcare.