Health Unit Coordinator- Acute Care
About The Position
Beloit Health System is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator for its Acute Care teams in the Medical Surgical and Intermediate units at Beloit Memorial Hospital. This role provides clerical and administrative support to the nursing team and serves as a communication link among providers, patients, families, and hospital departments. The coordinator supports daily unit operations by monitoring electronic medical records, processing physician orders, coordinating communications, and helping support patient care. The position is benefits eligible and scheduled for 24 hours per week, from 2:45 p.m. to 11:15 p.m. on the second shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education.
- Typing skills of 20 words per minute and computer skills.
- Complete a basic EKG course and/or score 85% or higher on the BMH EKG exam within six months of hire.
- Ability to work independently and react calmly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Excellent communication technique.
Responsibilities
- Professionally answer and direct calls from patients, family members, physicians, and ancillary departments.
- Monitor cardiac telemetry and promptly notify nursing staff of changes.
- Obtain and accurately document vital signs, reporting abnormal findings in a timely manner.
- Maintain proficiency with computer and electronic health record systems.
- Communicate information and relay messages accurately and efficiently to providers, nursing staff, and other departments.
- Prepare, maintain, and organize patient charts.
- Demonstrate flexibility in daily assignments and responsibilities.
- Perform cardiac monitoring duties and appropriately report changes in patient status.
- Serve as the unit receptionist and assist with ordering and maintaining supplies.
Benefits
- Benefits eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
