Department Coord MRMC - Cardiac Med/Surg - 24 hr Eve

UMass Memorial Health Care•Milford, MA

31d•$16 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Department Coordinator assists in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the clerical and support activities related to the efficient, day-to-day operations occurring in the department. This includes performing clerical and receptionist duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area. The Department Coordinator will also assist the department staff with patient care activities as requested.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Typing and Medical Terminology Course or Medical Background
Computer skills

Responsibilities

Prioritizes departmental needs at the beginning of each shift.
Schedules appointments, enters order and checks in patients.
Coordinates the patient flow for the department
Orders and maintains supplies and equipment at established levels.
Completes required reporting, scheduling, and record keeping according to the Organization's compliance standards.
Collects and transports specimens as needed according to MRMC standards.
Transports patients using all safety measures.
Answers telephone and intercom, identifying self and department.
Receives and forwards messages to appropriate personnel.
Compiles, and maintains charts, retrieves old charts, and accurately updates patient information in all necessary systems.
Assists in orienting new staff to clerical duties.
Maintains all required competencies for the role.
Applies knowledge of growth and development stages to patient care.
Demonstrates age-appropriate communication and support.