Unit Secretary

Penn Medicine • Princeton, NJ

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About The Position

The Unit Secretary at Penn Medicine provides essential clerical support to the clinical staff on the unit, ensuring efficient operations and contributing to high-quality patient care. This role involves organizing patient records, managing supplies, and facilitating communication within the healthcare team, all while maintaining a professional and pleasant demeanor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (H.S. Diploma/GED required).
• Clerical experience in a medical/psychiatric setting preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and maintains unit files and patient charts.
• Assists in processing admission, discharge, and transfer paperwork.
• Answers telephone calls professionally and relays messages efficiently.
• Maintains and organizes nursing, patient, and unit supplies, replenishing them in a timely manner.
• Maintains and organizes patient medical records, restocking with paper and labeling.
• Develops clerical expertise through attendance at relevant staff development programs.
• Maintains a pleasant and professional attitude towards patients, visitors, and staff.
• Mentors new employees during their orientation process.
• Supports customer service goals and collaborates with staff to enhance patient care.
• Maintains confidentiality standards.
• Participates in unit staff meetings and completes unit-specific competencies.
• Attends in-services and education programs to enhance knowledge.
• Keeps the nurse's station clean and orderly.
• Performs other assigned duties and projects.
• Ensures unit compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Participates in safety-related procedures, such as codes and drills.
• Assists in orienting new Unit Secretaries to their duties.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits program.
• Prepaid tuition assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED