Department Secretary Jobs

Company Description

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

General Summary

Under moderate supervision, responsible for performing a variety of secretarial and administrative task to support operation of the department in a professional and efficient manner.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Department Head.

Qualifications

• Previous experience using a business office suite, such as Microsoft Office, is required.
• One-year secretarial experience required.
• Excellent communication skills essential, with co-workers in a professional and courteous manner.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Working Conditions

• This position has been classified as low or no exposure risk and does not require the completion of an annual testing, but may require "just in time" testing if the need arises.
• Expected to work various shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary to promote the efficient functioning of the department.
• Works inside in a clean, occasionally fast paced environment, with frequent interruptions and multiple demands.
• Occupational exposure: Potential for minimal exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring the observance of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices.

Physical Requirements

• Acute hearing required to assimilate oral communication from patients, physicans, family members, or other staff members, via telephone or in person (approximately 90% of the time.
• Requires sitting approximately 75% of the time, frequent standing and/or walking.
• Occasional bending, lifting, and carrying supplies weighing up to15 lbs.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Requires manual dexterity for operating keyboard and office equipment near visual acuity to avoid errors when posting data, proofreading and using video display monitors (5-8 hours/shift).

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.