Unit Secretary | 2 East | Med/Surg, Women & Pediatrics

Meritus Health External•Hagerstown, MD

About The Position

Unit Secretary - 2 East | Med/Surg, Women & Pediatrics Full Time | 72 hrs. Biweekly 6:30am - 7:00p | Rotating Weekends 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. 2 East is a fast-paced, 26-bed Medical/Surgical, Women and Pediatric unit providing comprehensive, high-quality, and evidence-based care to a diverse patient population. We care for adult patients with a wide range of medical conditions involving the respiratory, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, renal, and endocrine systems, as well as those undergoing surgical procedures, including both pre- and post-operative care. The unit has telemetry capability and is proudly recognized as a Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Completion of an accredited business or medical assistant course, or equivalent experience required
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

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with medical terminology, clerical-level typing, and Windows-based applications preferred

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

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date
Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance , as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

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