Health Unit Coordinator I - Obstetrics PRN
About The Position
The OB Health Unit Coordinator is an administrative role in the obstetrics department, supporting the smooth operation of the unit and helping medical staff deliver high-quality patient care. The coordinator manages communication, maintains patient records, and organizes essential unit activities. The role also involves accurately collecting, verifying, and processing information about births occurring at the healthcare facility. The coordinator ensures compliance with state and federal vital-records reporting requirements and works with families, healthcare providers, and government agencies to complete documentation accurately and on time.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain Notary Public status within four months of hire.
- At least one year of previous experience in a clerical or receptionist position.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to work independently, relate to various groups of professionals, and interact with department visitors and staff.
- Operate word-processing equipment and perform data entry into Meditech.
- Maintain confidentiality, with no HIPAA breaches or related complaints reported in patient satisfaction surveys or by fellow care providers.
Nice To Haves
- Hospital and computer experience, or satisfactory completion of a training program.
- Ability to comprehend medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Manage communication within the obstetrics unit.
- Maintain patient records and organize essential unit activities.
- Collect, verify, and process information about births occurring at the healthcare facility.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal vital-records reporting requirements.
- Work with families, healthcare providers, and government agencies to ensure timely and accurate documentation.
- Operate word-processing equipment and enter data into Meditech.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and complete unit and annual competencies, including National Patient Safety Goals.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off to promote work-life balance.
- Free onsite parking.
- Shift and weekend differentials.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Onsite child care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
