Unit Medical Secretary, Per Diem, Infant/Toddler

Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 118-bed facility from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Our highly skilled staff enjoys the heartfelt rewards of making a difference in our patients' lives.

Blythedale’s Infant/Toddler Department is seeking a Unit Medical Secretary Per Diem. In this role, you will serve as the central communication source for the nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members, patients, residents, and family members. You will assist the Director of Nursing, Nurse Leaders, Physicians and Nursing Staff, as needed. The Unit Medical Secretary reports to the Director of Nursing, Infant/Toddler.

Shift: Evenings, 3pm-11pm.

• Communicate effectively and accurately with patients, family members, and colleagues.
• Complete detailed work without error and handle several tasks at once.
• Greet patients, residents, families and visitors in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Answers calls coming through the Hospital’s Phone system.
• Create and maintain medical records, process patient admissions, transfers, bed holds, and discharges.
• Process orders relating to medications, laboratory and diagnostic tests, and treatment plans.
• Navigate hospital clinical information systems as needed.
• Order supplies and stock unit as need.
• Assist in the updating and posting of required documentation for display throughout the hospital.
• Assist Nursing Leadership in scheduling.
• Cover hospital units as needed.

• Minimum 2 years of work experience required.
• Medical secretary experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Bilingual speakers (English and Spanish) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint) and Microsoft Teams required.
• Proficiency in Meditech preferred.
• Knowledge of common medications and medical terminology required.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Extensive standing, sitting, walking, use of telephones and computer.

• Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
• Safe Work Environment: Commitment to everyone’s safety and well-being.
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees.

Blythedale Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).