Secretary Jobs in Harrisburg, PA

A Secretary in the medical administration industry, also known as a Medical Secretary, administers the day-to-day operations of healthcare facilities. They are responsible for managing patient records, scheduling appointments, handling correspondences, and carrying out administrative duties such as billing. They often act as a liaison between the doctor and the patient, and hence need excellent interpersonal skills. Their role also demands strong organizational abilities, proficiency in relevant computer applications, and a comprehensive understanding of medical terminologies.

Before becoming a Medical Secretary, a person may have experience in roles such as a Receptionist, an Administrative Assistant, or a Medical Transcriptionist. As for qualifications, they typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, although a certificate or associate degree in a related field is often preferred. Some individuals may also choose to earn certification from organizations such as the American Association of Medical Assistants or the National Healthcareer Association, which demonstrates a commitment to the profession and can enhance job prospects.

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Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - 6 South Nursing Unit - Evening

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - 6 South Nursing Unit - Evening Location: York Hospital, York, PA Schedule: Part Time Hours: 12 hours/week Shift Evening/Night 6 Southis a 21- bed unit surgical...

Unit Secretary - Womens Services

  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 7 hours ago

Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center Location: US:PA:Enola Work Type: Full Time FTE: 0.90 Shift: Night Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour Hours: 7:00p - 7:00a Recruiter Contact: Kathryn...

Unit Secretary - Med/Surg

  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 7 hours ago

Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center Location: US:PA:Enola Work Type: Full Time FTE: 0.90 Shift: Day Hours: 12 hours/Days Recruiter Contact: Kathryn Rush at ... SUMMARY OF POSITION:...

Unit Secretary - NIGHT SHIFT - Women's Services

  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

Apply now Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center Location: US:PA:Enola Work Type: Full Time FTE: 0.90 Shift: Night Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour Hours: 7:00p - 7:00a Recruiter Contact:...

Unit Secretary - DAY SHIFT - Medical/Surgical

  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

Apply now Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center Location: US:PA:Enola Work Type: Full Time FTE: 0.90 Shift: Day Hours: 12 hours/Days Recruiter Contact: Kathryn Rush at [email protected]...

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - 6 South Nursing Unit - Night

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - 6 South Nursing Unit - Night Location: York Hospital, York, PA Schedule: Part Time Hours: 16 hours/week Shift: 7pm-7am weekend and holiday rotation 6 Southis a...

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Medical ICU - Rotating

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Medical ICU - Rotating Location: York Hospital, York, PA Schedule: Part Time Hours: 12 hours/week Shift: 7pm-7am and 7am-7pm rotating Weekend and holiday rotation...

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Open Heart ICU - Rotating

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Open Heart ICU - Rotating Location: York Hospital, York, PA Schedule: Part Time Hours: 24 hours/week Shift: Rotating hours 7am-7pm and 7pm and 7am Weekend and...

Unit Secretary / Telemetry Technician - Full-Time

  • Camp Hill, PA (2 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Camp Hill, PA (2 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Critical Illness Recovery Hospital Select Specialty Hospital - Camp Hill (located inside of Penn State Holy Spirit) Unit Secretary/Telemetry Tech Per Diem/PRN/As Needed 7a-7pm At Select Specialty...

Unit Secretary - VARIED SHIFT - Med/Surg 2

  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Apply now Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center Location: US:PA:Enola Work Type: PRN FTE: 0.001 Shift: Varied Hours: 12 hr Recruiter Contact: Kathryn Rush at [email protected] SUMMARY OF...

Unit Secretary - Med/Surg 2

  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Enola, PA (6 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center Location: US:PA:Enola Work Type: PRN FTE: 0.001 Shift: Varied Hours: 12 hr Recruiter Contact: Samantha Leiss at ... SUMMARY OF POSITION: Responsible for...

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Neuroscience ICU - Day

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Neuroscience ICU - Day Location: York Hospital, York, PA Schedule: Full Time Hours: 36 hours /week Shift: 7am-7pm Every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation required...

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Cardiovascular/Intensive Care Unit - Evening

  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 29 days ago

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Cardiovascular/Intensive Care Unit - Evening Location: The Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, PA Schedule: Part Time Part Time (40 Hours Biweekly) Shift: Evening...

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - 6 South Surgical Unit - Rotating

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - 6 South Surgical Unit - Rotating Location: York Hospital, York, PA Schedule: Full Time Hours: 36 hours/week Shift: Rotating 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am Every 3rd weekend...

Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Cardiovascular/Intensive Care Unit - Evening/Night

  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

210163 Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Cardiovascular/Intensive Care Unit - Evening/Night Location: The Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, PA Schedule: Part Time Part Time (48 Hours Biweekly)...

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Harrisburg, PA

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Harrisburg, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
24.1%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Associate's Degree
23.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.0%
Master's Degree
5.2%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Secretarys in Harrisburg, PA
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%


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