Secretary/Unit Clerk - Med/Surg Oncology

Full time

Day Shift

Join the Med/Surg Oncology team at Holy Cross Health-a 30-bed unit that provides compassionate, specialized care to patients undergoing cancer treatment, recovering from surgery, managing complex medical conditions, or receiving hospice care. As a Secretary/Unit Clerk, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth unit operations by supporting clinical staff, maintaining clear communication, and helping create a welcoming, efficient environment for patients and families.

• Greet and assist patients, visitors, and staff in a professional manner
  
• Operate communication systems, including phones and call lights
  
• Schedule diagnostics, therapies, and transport as directed by clinical staff
  
• Maintain and update the nurse�s station whiteboard and patient data
  
• Accurately enter patient transfers and discharges within established timeframes
  
• Participate in shift handoffs and provide clerical support to nursing staff
  
• Support limited clinical tasks as directed and assist in maintaining a safe, clean unit environment
  

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• Previous experience as a unit secretary, health unit coordinator, administrative partner, or CNA
  
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
  
• Certificate in medical secretary training preferred
  
• Ability to distinguish colors and maintain visual/auditory acuity
  

• Be part of a unit that provides both acute oncology and end-of-life care
  
• Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  
• Make a meaningful impact on patient care through behind-the-scenes coordination
  

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from first day of employment.
  
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
  
• Free onsite parking.
  
• DailyPay Program (Get paid for hours worked)
  
• Our mission and core values are what drives each member of Holy Cross Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
  

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.