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Unit Medical Secretary Per Diem, Infant/Toddler
Company : Blythedale Children's Hospital
Location : Valhalla, NY, 10595
Job Type : Per Diem
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Pay Range
USD $22.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.About Us
Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 118-bed facility from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Our highly skilled staff enjoys the heartfelt rewards of making a difference in our patients' lives.
Overview
Blythedale’s Infant/Toddler Department is seeking a Unit Medical Secretary Per Diem. In this role, you will serve as the central communication source for the nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members, patients, residents, and family members. You will assist the Director of Nursing, Nurse Leaders, Physicians and Nursing Staff, as needed. The Unit Medical Secretary Per Diem reports to the Director of Nursing, Infant/Toddler.
Variation of Shifts: Monday-Friday, 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am.
Responsibilities
- Communicate effectively and accurately with patients, family members, and colleagues.
- Complete detailed work without error and handle several tasks at once.
- Greet patients, residents, families and visitors in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Answers calls coming through the Hospital’s Phone system.
- Create and maintain medical records, process patient admissions, transfers, bed holds, and discharges.
- Process orders relating to medications, laboratory and diagnostic tests, and treatment plans.
- Navigate hospital clinical information systems as needed.
- Order supplies and stock unit as need.
- Assist in the updating and posting of required documentation for display throughout the hospital.
- Assist Nursing Leadership in scheduling.
- Cover hospital units as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of work experience required.
- Medical secretary experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
- Bilingual speakers (English and Spanish) preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint) and Microsoft Teams required.
- Proficiency in Meditech preferred.
- Knowledge of common medications and medical terminology required.
Education, Licensure, and Certification
- High School Diploma or GED.
Physical Requirements
- Extensive standing, sitting, walking, use of telephones and computer.
Perks of Working at Blythedale
- Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
- Safe Work Environment: Commitment to everyone’s safety and well-being.
- Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees.
Blythedale Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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Frequently asked questions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, is essential for this role. Familiarity with Meditech is a strong plus, as it’s often used to manage clinical information systems in pediatric hospital settings like Blythedale Children’s Hospital.
This position focuses specifically on supporting infant and toddler care units, requiring strong communication skills with families and nursing teams, plus handling specialized pediatric documentation and scheduling tasks that differ from general medical secretary duties.
The role offers varied shift options including early morning, afternoon, and overnight hours Monday through Friday, providing per diem workers with flexibility to balance personal schedules while supporting critical nursing operations in infant and toddler care units.
Yes, bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly valued given the diverse patient population in the Valhalla area. This skill enhances communication with families and staff, improving patient care coordination in pediatric specialties.
Valhalla and surrounding counties have a steady demand for skilled per diem medical secretaries due to a high concentration of specialty pediatric care facilities. Candidates with pediatric experience and relevant technical skills often find a competitive edge in hiring.
This role offers a competitive hourly wage around $22.00 per hour, reflecting specialized pediatric administrative responsibilities and the per diem work model common in high-quality children’s hospitals in the Valhalla region.
Managing complex communication between nursing staff, physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams is key. Balancing multi-tasking demands like patient admissions, supply orders, and records while maintaining accuracy under shifting shift schedules is a core challenge.
Blythedale offers a nurturing environment emphasizing training in pediatric medical systems like Meditech, encourages bilingual skill development, and provides opportunities to work closely with expert clinical teams, which can pave pathways to more permanent or specialized roles.
The hospital’s commitment to compassionate pediatric care fosters a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. Secretaries often find their work deeply rewarding as they directly impact patient-family communication and support nurses in a mission-driven environment.