Description Maine Medical Center Clerical/Administrative Support Req : 69526 For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering a $3,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants. This bonus will be prorated for part-time positions. Please note this bonus is not availablefor per-diem positions. Current MaineHealth employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth employees are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment. Nursing Unit Secretary (MS3 - Med Surg Unit) Location: Maine Medical Center Biddeford - MS3 Address: 1 Medical Center Drive, Third Floor, Biddeford, ME 04005 Schedule: Full Time, 0.9 FTE (Three 12-hour shifts) Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Shift: Night shift with every other weekend rotation Posting: Internal and External Position Summary Step into the fast-paced world of acute care as a Nursing Unit Secretary on our busy MS3 Medical Surgical unit at MaineHealth. This role is the perfect introduction to hospital life, where strong teamwork, supportive colleagues, and a self-scheduling culture help you thrive. Our Unit Secretaries are the backbone of our administrative team and are essential to keeping the unit running smoothly. Come join a great team and be part of something exciting every night! The Nursing Unit Secretary performs clerical, receptionist, and transporter duties in support of patient care operations on the unit. This role serves as the central communication hub, ensuring accurate coordination between patients, families, nurses, providers, and ancillary departments. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary receptionist for the unit, greeting patients and visitors professionally and courteously Manage incoming calls and direct communication appropriately Process physician orders and maintain accurate patient records within the electronic medical record Coordinate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers Facilitate communication between clinical staff and support departments Assist with transport coordination and other unit support duties as needed Maintain organization of unit supplies, records, and workspaces Why Join MS3 at Maine Medical Center Biddeford? Supportive, team-oriented culture Self-scheduling model that promotes work-life balance Fast-paced, engaging acute care environment Opportunity to gain valuable hospital experience If you are organized, adaptable, and energized by a dynamic healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply and join our MS3 team! Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. License/Certifications: Current BLS certification preferred or may be required based on location. Experience: One year of hospital or health care setting preferred. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to @mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact @mainehealth.org
