Jefferson Health
Unit Secretary - Days/Evenings
Montgomery County, PA · Full-time · Posted Nov 3, 2026
- Experience
- Related secretarial and computer experience required; no years specified.
About the job
Provides clerical and coordination support to a hospital unit, helping manage patient flow, records, appointments, communications, supplies, and unit operations.
What you'll do
- Maintain patient records and process medical orders; support admissions, transfers, discharges, bed assignments, and patient transport.
- Coordinate testing and appointments, communicate with patients, families, and clinical staff, and monitor unit communications and supplies.
- Respond to unit emergencies, troubleshoot equipment, and perform other clerical and operational duties.
What they ask for
- Related secretarial and computer experience (duration not specified).
- Knowledge of medical terminology is highly recommended.
- Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and collaborate in patient- and family-centered care.
Nice to have
- Data entry experience.
- Diploma or equivalent.
Tools
Hospital Information System, electronic patient bed system, EKG, glucometer
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