Medical Secretary, Cardiology

Job Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading‑edge technology, and exceptional patient experience.

A community‑based, integrated, non‑profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high‑quality care to all.

Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

The Upper Chesapeake Health system is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

UM UCH owns and operates several facilities including the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC) in Bel Air, MD, The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, and the Patricia

D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center.

• Clerical, business, and information management
• Respond to patients, visitors and co‑workers in a pleasant, helpful and professional manner
• Perform medical secretarial duties
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Office Manager

• Maintain appropriate professional conduct and appearance, and follow office dress code consistently
• Complete work within established time frames, and seek additional tasks when primary tasks are completed or pace is slow
• Show willingness to perform other duties to assist the team effort for the benefit of patients, physicians and fellow team members
• Communicate effectively and professionally with team members, physicians, patients and customers
• Be able to utilize a computer and fax machine
• Apply simple mathematical concepts
• Arrive on time and complete all tasks or arrange for coverage before leaving for the day or lunch
• Maintain a clean, professional and neat desk and business area

• Work in a clean, well‑lit environment
• Require sitting approximately 80 % of the time; walking, standing and occasional bending, reaching and carrying of reports weighing up to 10 lb. about 20 % of the time

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• One year’s experience in customer service or completion of an accredited or approved Administrative Assistant program within the last 12 months required
• Previous healthcare or medical experience preferred
• Medical terminology preferred

• Full‑time;
  Days (8:30 am‑5:00 pm)
• Pay range: $17.19‑$22.80
• Other compensation (if applicable): review the 2025‑2026 UMMS Benefits Guide

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