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Holy Name Medical Center

Unit Secretary - Same Day Surgery- Part Time

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What they do

A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.

$44,570 / year median in New Jersey

+16% projected growth

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Unit Secretary
  • Same Day Surgery
  • Part Time Holy Name Medical Center
  • 3.
8 Teaneck, NJ Job Details Part-time $17 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Childcare Qualifications Customer communication High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Description Unit Secretary Welcome to Holy Name, a medical center where innovation is not just a goal — it's a commitment. Here, medical excellence thrives, allowing hope to reign supreme and leaving no room for fear. At our hospital, every patient is cared for with undivided attention — because healing every soul is our sole focus. Holy Name is New Jersey's only independent Catholic health system, comprising a 361-bed acute care hospital, a renowned cancer center, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a residential hospice, a prestigious nursing school, and an extensive physician network. Healing at Holy Name goes beyond medicine and technology
  • it is infused with faith, conviction, compassion, and a commitment to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals through a variety of residency and educational programs.
Our mission to provide care for the body, mind, and soul spans education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and overall wellness. This is at the core of who we are and what we do, and we've done it this way across generations, every single day, for nearly 100 years. Every innovation, medical breakthrough, and groundbreaking treatment is powered by some of the best minds in medicine, ensuring nothing is left on the table or the road to recovery. A Brief Overview Assists the nursing staff by performing clerical duties relative to the functioning of the Nursing Unit. Regularly interacts with patients and families to enhance the overall patient experience by responding to requests and alerting appropriate staff. Must possess strong customer service skills and a positive attitude. What you will do Assists the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator and/or Charge Nurse in the effective and efficient functioning of the nursing unit including coordination of information, unit organization and communication with other departments and physicians Checks Unit Inventories, storeroom, and other supplies and places orders as indicated by the Nurse Manager Welcome all newly admitted patients and orient them to their room and patient engagement system Assembles and prepares for admissions/transfers/discharges Ensures charts are completed; content is in proper sequence and placed in appropriate areas for Health Information Services pick-up upon patient discharge or when chart is thinned Assists patients with non clinical requests Answers telephone; takes and relays messages; provides information as appropriate Responds to the patient call bell system and immediately refers to RN or PCT. Follow up as necessary. Coordinates patient transport to and from special tests, procedures, and discharges Performs all other duties as assigned Education Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Required and One year of continued education Preferred Experience Qualifications 1-3 years Prefer one to two years of experience Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Familiarity with medical terminology and office equipment (Medium proficiency) Computer-literate (Medium proficiency) At Holy Name, we believe in rewarding every team member with more than a paycheck—we invest in your future and well-being. Full-time and part-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life. We offer low-cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions, dental and vision plans, discounted prescriptions, and access to on-site child care. Additional benefits include 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, legal and voluntary coverage options, life insurance, and free on-site parking. If you are hired at Holy Name, your final base compensation will be determined based on factors such as employment status (Full/Part-Time or Per Diem) skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors
  • we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.
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$17.00/hour Holy Name is a mission-driven facility whose quality standards and philosophy are rooted in the principles of its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. Those principles are exercised daily by the Medical Center's dedicated and talented staff members. Holy Name is an Equal Opportunity Employer.