Behavioral Health HUC

Unity Health • Jacksonville, AR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Unit Coordinator is responsible for performing the nonclinical nursing tasks for a nursing unit; the receptionist role for a nursing unit, utilizing discretion and protecting the confidentiality of patient information at all times. The Behavioral Health Unit Coordinator efficiently utilizes the supplies and equipment on a nursing unit to facilitate the timely and effective delivery of patient services.

Requirements

• High School graduation or the equivalent.
• Ability to read and use simple math skills.
• Accurate spelling.
• Clear and legible handwriting.
• Knowledge of nonclinical tasks required in the daily operations of a nursing unit such as receptionist, telephone etiquette, and secretarial duties.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Computer entry skills.
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality issues.
• Professional communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as clerk or nurses aide.
• Previous experience in typing or computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing nonclinical nursing tasks for a nursing unit.
• Serving as the receptionist for a nursing unit.
• Utilizing discretion and protecting the confidentiality of patient information at all times.
• Efficiently utilizing supplies and equipment on a nursing unit to facilitate the timely and effective delivery of patient services.
• Assisting in moving equipment such as charts, carts, wheelchairs, and other equipment.
• Lifting or pushing up to 50 pounds.
• Bending over to perform certain duties, e.g., open file drawers, pick up supplies, reload copy machines, etc.
• Maneuvering throughout the halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to hospital emergencies.
• Performing a significant amount of writing and computer entry.
• Making trips to various departments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED