Unit Secretary - Adult Mood Disorders Hospital, Baltimore​/Washington Campus

Overview

Under general supervision, performs a variety of clerical and secretarial duties to support the effective operations of an assigned clinical inpatient unit or program(s).

• Serve as receptionist and primary communication source for the unit or program.
• Assemble and maintain active patient charts, patient records, and unit/program files.
• Transcribe physicians' orders and prepare memos, tables, and general correspondence.
• Schedule appointments and meetings; collect and maintain data; order supplies; and run errands throughout the hospital complex.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of clerical and secretarial duties to support the effective operations of the assigned clinical inpatient unit or program(s). Representative duties include serving as receptionist and communication source; assembling and maintaining active patient charts, patient records, and unit/program files; transcribing physicians’ orders; preparing memos, tables, and general correspondence; scheduling appointments and meetings; collecting and maintaining data;

ordering supplies; and running errands throughout the hospital complex.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to years and level of related experience. The pay range for this position is $18.50 to $24.09/hour.

• Work requires ability to read, write, speak English, compose letters, maintain bookkeeping/billing records, and operate computer software and equipment — typically acquired through high school education.
• One to two years of clerical/secretarial experience to gain comprehensive knowledge of office practices and procedures and operations.
• Ability to operate the calculator, copier, facsimile machine, Microsoft Office software, and printer.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange factual and confidential information and communicate effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal and external contacts (patients, families, referring physicians, staff, and vendors) (51-80% of work time).
• Problem-solving abilities to develop and administer office procedures, prepare reports, schedule patients, monitor expenditures, identify and evaluate equipment and space problems, and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Ability to manage office functions, proofread, and meet tight deadlines (51-80% of work time).

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individuals facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!