Unit Secretary

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester)•Chester, NJ

5d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is hiring a Unit Secretary at its inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Chester, New Jersey. The role provides clerical services to patient care units, including transcribing orders, filing reports, coordinating patient transportation and outside tests, handling paperwork, and communicating with nursing staff. The position is full-time, with a 3 PM–11 PM night schedule that includes weekday and weekend shifts. Compensation is $21.00–$25.59 per hour based on experience, plus a shift differential. The hospital provides rehabilitation care for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputations, and multiple traumas. The organization offers an extensive orientation program, PTO, medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plans, a company-matching 401(k), and life and disability protection.

Requirements

Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clerical experience in a medical setting.
High school graduation or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Use independent judgment to provide clerical services to patient care units, including transcribing orders correctly, filing reports, and arranging transportation and follow-up or outside tests.
Answer telephone calls and take and deliver messages by phone or verbally.
Maintain close communication with the Charge Nurse and House Supervisor.
Handle necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
Order supplies from Materials Management as needed.
Verify physician privileges before transcribing orders.
Transcribe and flag orders from charts appropriately.
Arrange transportation for patients who need tests that are not offered in the hospital.