HEALTH UNIT COORD

Froedtert•Menomonee Falls, WI

53d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Unit Coordinator provides clerical and system coordination and support for inpatient care areas. The role coordinates nursing unit communication and activities with physicians, nursing staff, other departments, professional staff, patients, and families related to patient care. The Health Unit Coordinator manages the desk area of the inpatient unit, facilitates the use of technology, and coordinates downtime procedures.

Requirements

Medical terminology knowledge is required, or the employee must satisfactorily complete a course within the first 6 months of employment.
Ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced work environment.
Exemplary telephone etiquette and customer service skills.
Analytical skills to gather and interpret routine data, maintain semi-complex records, and organize work.
Ability to communicate clearly.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of experience as a Health Unit Coordinator.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a formal Health Unit Coordinator training program.
Working knowledge of Windows office systems and office equipment.
HUC Certification.

Responsibilities

Provide clerical and system coordination and support for inpatient care areas.
Coordinate nursing unit communication and activities with physicians, nursing staff, other departments, professional staff, patients, and families related to patient care.
Manage the desk area of the inpatient unit.
Facilitate the use of technology and coordinate downtime procedures.