Department Coord MRMC - Cardiac Med/Surg - 24 hr Eve
About The Position
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
