NUS Monitor Tech - Telemetry - Full Time Nights

Hackensack Meridian Health - Neptune Township, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Neptune Township, NJ

Hospitals

About the position

The NUS Monitor Tech - Telemetry position at Hackensack Meridian Health is a full-time role focused on providing essential clerical support within a healthcare setting. The role emphasizes collaboration and communication with patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure efficient operations and high-quality patient care. The position requires adaptability to changing situations and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in handling patient information.

Responsibilities

• Performing clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient information while prioritizing and organizing work assignments based on changing needs and situations in the department
• Greeting patients and families and assisting them in filling out necessary forms and paperwork
• Completing admission and discharge paperwork and file processing
• Developing a rapport and cooperative relationship with nursing and clinical staff and responding to questions/requests from healthcare providers
• Organizing and filing medical information appropriately
• Answering the phones and call bell and communicating clearly when receiving information from other units, physicians and/or guests
• Safeguarding sensitive medical information and practicing strict procedures in handling confidentiality of data pertaining to patients, clinicians, employees, and visitors
• Serving as a resource within the department in terms of helping to troubleshoot computer and systems usage issues
• Maintaining and stocking all designated clerical related supplies and equipment in the department
• Completing other/varied tasks as necessary to ensure the efficient operation of the department

Requirements

• High school Diploma or GED is required
• Proficiency with medical vocabulary and general understanding of hospital policy & procedures
• General computer skills, including order entry and basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• Ability to accept responsibility for accuracy and response times is critical

Nice-to-haves

• Completion of a Secretarial course and/or a Medical terminology course is preferred
• Previous experience as a Nursing Unit Secretary in a hospital setting is strongly preferred

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Supportive work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth