Clinical Secretary - Emergency Department

Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: The Clinical Secretary is responsible for providing clerical support to the physicians and nursing staff in the department. Upon request provide assistance to patients under the direction of the Charge Nurse, Physician, or Nurse Manager. The Emergency Department Clinical Secretary is responsible for providing clerical support to the physicians and nursing staff in the Emergency Department. Upon request provide assistance to patients under the direction of the Charge Nurse, Physician, or Nurse Manager. Responsibilities: Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships with co-workers, physicians, physician offices, other departments, and patients in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department and the hospital Patients and families are served in assisting the nursing staff to provide patient care services. Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner to project a positive image of the department and hospital. Insures that contacts with other health care members are friendly, helpful, and courteous. Other Information Other information: EDUCATION High school graduate or equivalent. Medical terminology course required. health Unit Coordinator Course preferred. EXPERIENCE 2 years experience as secretary with medical background. LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION N/A OTHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Required to key or type at least 40 corrected WPM. Knowledge of computer (Word Perfect, Word, Excel). Good telephone skills, good communication skills, ability to work under pressure, good planning and organizational skills. WORK ENVIRONMENT Occasionally exposed to BBP (PPE required). May experience stressful work periods. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sits most of the day, some walking and standing required, frequent reaching, manual dexterity. Qualifications EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High school graduate or equivalent. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT Experience with Medical Terminology LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION None KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS Good interpersonal, communication, and observation skills are essential. Training in various computer software programs (ex. Word, Word Perfect, Excel, Windows, etc.) typing, mathematical calculations, telephone technique and etiquette. WORK ENVIRONMENT Possible exposure to chemical hazard through use of photocopier and printer. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT Standing, walking, and sitting majority of the shift. Some reaching, carrying, and pushing wheelchairs maybe involved in daily tasks. Job Details Legal Employer: Lenoir Health Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care Organization Unit: Emergency Dept Work Type: Part Time Standard Hours Per Week: 24.00 Salary Range: $14.18 - $16.31 per hour (Minimum to Midpoint ) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Created: 2026-02-13