Secretary

Job Title: Secretary

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

Req #: 0000205841

Status: per hour

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $19.43 - $19.43 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated per hour wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Performs and provides personal secretarial and administrative support services, such as preparing correspondence in final form, receiving visitors, scheduling meetings and maintaining files for the Mental Health Unit. Preparing documents for court and making sure they are signed on time by the appropriate Judge on call. Responsible for Court Log being updated.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma
• Typing 40 WPM
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• College degree

Scheduling Requirements

• Shift: Day
• Status: Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Answers telephone calls in a polite and professional manner. Messages from voice mail or telephone given to appropriate staff timely.
• Assist with Staffing Coordination.
• Coordinate any referrals as directed.
• Initiate and follow up on referrals to LTC facilities as ordered.
• Coordinate the TCO and Court Log. Liaison to Passaic County Court. Ensure that commitment papers are completed properly and sent for judicial review in a timely manner.
• Coordinates unit, patient and physician needs.
• Copy medical records for transfers to appropriate level of care.
• Demonstrates a cooperative attitude with co-workers. Communicates with co-workers in a professional and respectful manner.
• Ensures that the unit has the appropriate supplies for patient care
• Provide typing for department as needed and directed by the Nurse Manager of Behavioral Health

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer