Health Unit Coordinator/Perinatal- Postpartum Unit- Montlake
University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA
•$22 - $29•Onsite
About The Position
UW Medical Center - Perinatal- Postpartum Unit has an outstanding opportunity for a Health Unit Coordinator. This position is Per Diem Days, working Mondays- Sundays. It is conveniently located near public transportation, offers an opportunity to make a difference for patients and employees, and provides opportunities for career growth.
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent AND One year of healthcare, administrative, or customer service experience
- An equivalent combination of education/experience
- Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration
Nice To Haves
- Thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment where multitasking and strong organizational skills are essential
Responsibilities
- Provide staff, providers, and patients with an efficient system of internal and external communications, including answering phones and triaging call lights
- Respond to patient and family inquiries in a timely, courteous, and accurate manner
- Assist in maintaining a welcoming and organized unit environment for patients, families, and staff
- Work closely with the charge RN to help manage patient flow, prioritize unit needs, and coordinate admits, transfers, and discharges
- Prepare and compile discharge packets to support timely and safe patient discharges
- Coordinate transportation and appropriate paperwork for patient transfers and diagnostic testing
- Handle unit paperwork, including patient chart maintenance, consent forms, and other documentation
- Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and restock as needed
- Utilize computer systems such as Epic, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook for communication, documentation, and coordination
- Partner with all members of the care team to prioritize patient satisfaction and exceptional care delivery
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
