Unit Secretary - Emergency Department, Full Time Days

Company Description

At University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, our talented and diverse groups of professionals represent our strength. Through teamwork and a collaborative work environment, we proudly serve our patients and our community with unwavering commitment. It’s our passion for people that motivates us to do great work every single day.   Our team members have the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and stimulating environment.

Job Description

The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position.  The specific job duties may be changed by the department manager with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Job Duties: 

Under general supervision provides:

• clerical, business, and information management
• receptionist duties to the nursing units
• completes other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager

Skills and Ability: 

• The ability to ensure the confidentiality and rights of all patients and departmental documents is required
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with patients, physicians, health system officials, other health system personnel and the general public is essential.
• Ability to work with simple mathematical concepts
• Ability to identify problems, collect data and seek intervention by clinical nurse appropriately.

Physical Demands: 

• Will work in a clean, well-lighted environment. 
• Requires sitting approximately 80% of the time, walking and standing 20% of time and requires occasional bending and reaching and carrying of reports weighing up to 10 lbs. 20% of the time.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required 
• Ability to utilize a computer and fax machine required
• One year’s experience in a clerical position is preferred
• Medical Terminology preferred

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Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 Compensation:

• Pay Range: $17.68-$24.76
• Other Compensation (if applicable):  Shift Differential (Nights)
• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide

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