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Prime Healthcare

Unit Secretary

Boonton, NJ · On-site

$15.92 - $21.81/hr

Job Title Unit Secretary The Unit Secretary is directly accountable to the Director of Behavioral Health Services, and indirectly to the Charge Nurse and/or House Supervisor. The Unit Secretary is an ...

CommonSpirit Health

Nursing Unit Secretary

Durango, CO · On-site

$18 - $30.25/hr

CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services ... Mercy Hospital is an 82 bed, acute care hospital located in the scenic southwestern Colorado town ...

CommonSpirit Health

Nursing Unit Secretary

Durango, CO · On-site

Mercy Hospital is an 82 bed, acute care hospital located in the scenic southwestern Colorado town ... As our Nursing Unit Secretary, you will assist the healthcare team in coordinating, prioritizing ...

CommonSpirit Health

Nursing Unit Secretary

Durango, CO · On-site

Mercy Hospital is an 82 bed, acute care hospital located in the scenic southwestern Colorado town ... As our Nursing Unit Secretary, you will assist the healthcare team in coordinating, prioritizing ...

Tenet Health

Unit Secretary - ER

Memphis, TN

$41K - $50K/yr

Bartlett Unit Secretaries may act as Nurse Assistant and must have the required certifications ... Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts * Employee Assistance ...

Tenet Health

Unit Secretary - ER

Memphis, TN

$41K - $50K/yr

Bartlett Unit Secretaries may act as Nurse Assistant and must have the required certifications ... Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts * Employee Assistance ...

Tenet Health

Unit Secretary - ER

Memphis, TN · On-site

$41K - $50K/yr

Bartlett Unit Secretaries may act as Nurse Assistant and must have the required certifications ... Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts * Employee Assistance ...

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How much do mercy health unit secretary jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for mercy health unit secretary in the United States is $48,559.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Mercy Health Unit Secretary do?

A Mercy Health Unit Secretary provides administrative and clerical support in a hospital or healthcare unit. Their responsibilities include managing patient records, answering phone calls, coordinating communication between medical staff, and assisting with patient admissions and discharges. Unit secretaries play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the unit by handling paperwork, scheduling, and responding to patient and staff needs. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as familiarity with medical terminology and hospital procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Mercy Health Unit Secretary?

To thrive as a Mercy Health Unit Secretary, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with healthcare administrative experience preferred. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic medical records (EMR), and basic office software is typically required. Excellent communication, multitasking abilities, and professionalism help you interact effectively with patients, families, and clinical staff. These skills ensure smooth unit operations, accurate record-keeping, and support for clinical teams in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Mercy Health Unit Secretaries and how can they be managed?

Mercy Health Unit Secretaries often balance multiple responsibilities, such as managing patient records, coordinating communications between medical staff, and handling administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment. One common challenge is prioritizing urgent requests from both staff and patients while maintaining accuracy in documentation. Effective time management, strong organizational skills, and clear communication can help manage these pressures. Collaborating closely with nurses and physicians and being adaptable to sudden changes are essential for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Mercy Health Unit Secretary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,559 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Unit Secretary

Boonton, NJ • On-site

Prime Healthcare
Hospitals • 10K+ employees
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$15.92 - $21.81/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Prime Healthcare rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 289 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Title

Unit Secretary

Job Description

The Unit Secretary is directly accountable to the Director of Behavioral Health Services, and indirectly to the Charge Nurse and/or House Supervisor. The Unit Secretary is an unlicensed person who performs indirect care in the department setting. Facilitates the communication needs of the department. Transcribes physician orders from records (in the absence of CPOE and EMR clinical documentation system) with notation and signature by nursing staff. Prepares and compiles records on the Behavioral Health Unit. Orders supplies for the unit, prepares and completes each patient's chart for necessary forms needed on a daily basis. Able to assist nursing staff for duties involving indirect patient care.

Evenings - Working 3 PM - 11:30 PM

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Training

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent or relevant experience required for all new hires, effective April 2014.
  • Medical terminology preferred.
  • Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
  • Working knowledge of the continuum of care for Behavioral Health preferred.
  • Patient Rights Education/Competency within 60 days of hire and maintain current as deemed necessary.
  • Two years of experience using computers for word processing, database management and spreadsheets preferred; (Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook & Excel preferred).

Pay Transparency

Saint Clare's Health offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $15.92/Hr. to $21.81/Hr. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered.

Employment Status

Part Time > 59

Shift

Evenings

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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