Department Secretary, Anesthesia

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

General Summary

Under moderate supervision, the Department Secretary is accountable to perform secretarial and administrative support for the Director and Managers of the Anesthesia department.

Mission

The mission of Baltimore Washington Medical Center is to provide the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationship:

Reports to Director or Manager, Perioperative Services.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A minimum typing ability of 50 words per minute required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• One (1) year secretarial experience and knowledge of word processing/computer skills required.

Working Conditions

Works inside. Works in a clean well lighted, fast-paced environment, with frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. Potential for minimal exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials requiring the observance of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. Expected to work mainly day shift Monday-Friday and weekends/evenings as requested.

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting approximately 75% of the time; frequent standing and/or walking; occasional bending, lifting and carrying supplies weighing up to fifteen (15) pounds. Requires manual dexterity for using keyboard and operating office equipment. Requires visual acuity to use computer monitor and read documents. Talking and hearing necessary for conversations with staff, managers, co-workers, and visitors by phone and personally.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.