Unit Secretary | Labor & Delivery | Part-Time

Meritus Health External•Hagerstown, MD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Unit Secretary - Labor & Delivery Part Time - 48 hrs. Biweekly - 630pm - 7am At Meritus Health, we believe that exceptional care begins with exceptional coordination. As a Unit Secretary, you’ll be the heartbeat of a high-acuity clinical team—ensuring that every detail, every order, and every interaction supports our mission to improve the health of our community. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple priorities with grace and precision. You’ll play a vital part in patient safety and throughput initiatives by organizing unit activities, supporting clinical workflows, and maintaining the integrity of medical records. Whether you’re entering physician orders or fielding requests from patients and providers, your ability to stay focused and responsive will help deliver compassionate, efficient care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Completion of an accredited business or medical assistant course, or equivalent experience required
Familiarity with medical terminology, clerical-level typing, and Windows-based applications preferred
Exceptional interpersonal skills to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple events and requests simultaneously
Ability to remain focused and responsive in a dynamic, high-volume environment
Professional communication and customer service skills
Comfort interacting with a wide range of individuals, including physicians, patients, department heads, and visitors
Commitment to accuracy, timeliness, and patient-centered service

Responsibilities

Coordinate, organize, and prioritize unit activities to support patient safety and throughput
Handle multiple simultaneous tasks and requests in a high-stress clinical setting
Support the healthcare team by managing communications, documentation, and procedural coordination
Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the medical record from admission through discharge
Accurately enter and verify physician orders in the electronic health record (EHR) system (inpatient setting)
Interact professionally with physicians, patients, visitors, and staff—often exceeding 100 unique interactions daily
Uphold Meritus Health’s values of compassion, excellence, integrity, and collaboration in every task