Good Samaritan Medical Center, a 333-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast in West Palm Beach, Florida, is recruiting a per diem Unit Secretary to support its Emergency Department. This clerical and receptionist-focused role sits at the operational center of a high-volume ED, ensuring timely communication, organized workflow, and a smooth patient experience. The position is well-suited to a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced acute care environment and wants to contribute to a facility with over 100 years of community healthcare history.
Perks and Benefits
- Per diem (days) engagement with scheduling flexibility
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility based on employment status)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Emergency Department unit secretary role within a 333-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast
- Responsibilities include clerical and receptionist duties supporting ED planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating daily activities
- Timely message delivery and communication coordination to appropriate clinical and administrative personnel
- Part of the Palm Beach Health Network — a regionally integrated health system with broad subspecialty depth
- Facility features advanced robotic surgical technology including the MAKO and Da Vinci robotic systems for general surgery procedures
- On-site cancer center accredited by the Commission on Cancer, anchored by a state-of-the-art Breast Center
- Institution with over 100 years of continuous acute care service to the region
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required within 30 days of hire or transfer
- Zero to six months of relevant experience accepted — entry-level candidates are welcome
About the Community
West Palm Beach sits along Florida's Atlantic coast in Palm Beach County, offering year-round sunshine, waterfront recreation, and a vibrant arts and dining scene anchored by Clematis Street and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. The area provides access to world-class beaches, boating, and golf, alongside highly regarded public and private schools, making it an attractive destination for professionals at every career stage. Cost of living is competitive relative to South Florida's coastal markets, and the broader Palm Beach region draws a diverse, growing population that sustains strong demand for healthcare services.