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RWJBarnabas Health

Unit Secretary

Toms River, NJ

$17.27 - $19.28/hr

Unit Secretary Location: Central Jersey Behavioral Department Name: Adult Psych (AP) Req ... Knowledge of medical/psychiatric terminology and medication preferred. * Knowledge of Microsoft ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Unit Secretary

Toms River, NJ

$17.27 - $19.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Unit Secretary Location: Central Jersey Behavioral Department Name: Adult Psych (AP) Req ... Knowledge of medical/psychiatric terminology and medication preferred. * Knowledge of Microsoft ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Unit Secretary

Toms River, NJ · On-site

$17.27 - $19.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Unit Secretary Location: Central Jersey Behavioral Department Name: Adult Psych (AP) Req ... Knowledge of medical/psychiatric terminology and medication preferred. * Knowledge of Microsoft ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Unit Secretary

Toms River, NJ

$17.27 - $19.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Unit Secretary Location: Central Jersey Behavioral Department Name: Adult Psych (AP) Req ... Knowledge of medical/psychiatric terminology and medication preferred. * Knowledge of Microsoft ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Unit Secretary

Toms River, NJ

$17.27 - $19.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Unit Secretary Location: Central Jersey Behavioral Department Name: Adult Psych (AP) Req ... Knowledge of medical/psychiatric terminology and medication preferred. * Knowledge of Microsoft ...

Four Winds Inc.

Unit Secretary

Katonah, NY · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Four Winds Hospital, a leading provider of psychiatric inpatient services that treats children adolescents and adults, seeks a full-time unit secretary to work in a friendly, warm environment in our ...

State of Michigan

Secretary 7-E8

Carson City, MI · On-site

$23.22 - $30.19/hr

This team consists of a unit chief, psychiatrist, clinical social worker and secretary. Duties include scheduling appointments, entering information into the computer database, and attending ...

State of Michigan

Secretary 7-E8

Carson City, MI · On-site

$23.22 - $30.19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This team consists of a unit chief, psychiatrist, clinical social worker and secretary. Duties include scheduling appointments, entering information into the computer database, and attending ...

Tenet Health

Unit Secretary - Med Surg

Memphis, TN

$41K - $50K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Psychiatric Residents. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of ... Bartlett Unit Secretaries in the Emergency Dept. and Float Pool must also have CPI * Memphis ...

Tenet Health

Unit Secretary - Med Surg

Memphis, TN · On-site

$41K - $50K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bartlett Unit Secretaries may act as Nurse Assistant and must have the required certifications ... Psychiatric Residents. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of ...

Tenet Health

Unit Secretary - Med Surg

Memphis, TN

$41K - $50K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Psychiatric Residents. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of ... Bartlett Unit Secretaries in the Emergency Dept. and Float Pool must also have CPI * Memphis ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for psychiatrist secretary in the United States is $262,164.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $250,000.00 and $265,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a psychiatrist secretary?

A Psychiatrist Secretary provides administrative and clerical support to a psychiatrist or mental health practice. Responsibilities typically include scheduling appointments, managing patient records, handling correspondence, and assisting with billing and insurance claims. They must ensure confidentiality and professionalism when dealing with sensitive patient information. Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a psychiatrist secretary?

To thrive as a Psychiatrist Secretary, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and familiarity with medical terminology, generally supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency with scheduling software, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and basic office equipment is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, discretion regarding sensitive information, and a calm, professional demeanor help set outstanding candidates apart. These abilities are crucial for managing patient appointments and records efficiently while supporting a confidential and compassionate psychiatric practice.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a psychiatrist secretary?

A Psychiatrist Secretary generally manages appointment scheduling, patient check-ins, and phone or email communications, ensuring the psychiatrist’s calendar runs smoothly. You’ll often prepare and organize patient files, assist with insurance and billing documentation, and input or update data into electronic health records. The role requires frequent interaction with patients, families, and other mental health professionals, so maintaining a friendly and discreet manner is important. These responsibilities help create a well-organized, supportive environment that allows psychiatrists to focus on patient care.

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Psychiatric Services Secretary

Community Guidance Center

Indiana, PA

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Provide support services to Psychiatric Services department by:

  • Answering the department/s telephone calls, documenting each on the same day received and forwarding them to the nurses, practice manager, primary therapist, and director(s).
  • Reviewing appropriate reports and results to assist department director(s) such as attendance, 15 day, and caseloads.

Acting as a liaison between department directors and staff to ensure coordination of care using open communication

Review the schedule for the psychiatrists and CRNP/PA at least one day prior to appointments while exercising social responsibility. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Ensuring outstanding lab work is attached to the chart for review.
  • Records for new patients are scanned and attached in the chart.
  • Releases of Information are up to date, including but not limited to PCP releases.

Psychiatric Services SPU’s without consumer’s signatures are identified on the provider’s appointment as a note to review and obtain signature

Provide secretarial support services to the Psychiatric Services Department. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Maintaining records as appropriate
  • Moving completed physician charts through the department ensuring charts are signed off and paperwork is completed and copied for the chart or filed in the chart.
  • Provide typing of letters/reports and other relevant documentation.
  • Assisting staff in photocopying, faxing, and mailing appropriate documents. Pick up and distribute mail daily.

Assist Practice Manager in tracking SPU’s due/overdue.

Coordinate and update of all psychiatric services only consumer information such as opening, closing and transferring cases in the automated client registry. Also, processing of necessary authorization requests, case reviews and case revisions.

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