Health Unit Coordinator

Winona Health • Winona, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) is responsible for processing provider orders, scheduling appointments, maintaining resident records, providing general clerical duties for Lake Winona Manor, and assisting professional nursing personnel in the coordination care. Interacts frequently with providers, vendors and support staff to ensure seamless resident care. The Health unit coordinator is integral in setting up and keeping maintenance of electronic medical records.

Requirements

• Completion of Medical Secretary or HUC or LPN program

Nice To Haves

• Experience as Medical Secretary or HUC
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Electronic Medical Records

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently processes provider orders and entry into the electronic medical record.
• Communicates high-priority orders and/or situations to the licensed nurses in a timely manner.
• Supports and facilitates the scheduling, forms, and clinical notes with Physicians and associate-level providers on a continuous manner.
• Interacts frequently with providers and the interdisciplinary team to ensure accuracy of resident orders and information.
• Coordinates appointments, transportation and transfer of necessary health records with other departments and/or facilities.
• Acts as a first contact for residents, families, and visitors on the unit.
• Displays professional and courteous treatment during all interactions.
• Coordinates resident/visitor flow into the unit assuring resident privacy and confidentiality.
• Maintains an orderly environment in the nursing station using lean principles and supplies the desk areas with the necessary supplies.
• Is constantly vigilant to the safety needs of the resident, taking precautions as warranted and communicating concerns to the Licensed Nurse in a timely manner.
• Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assists with unit needs as directed by nursing personnel.
• Supports the Physicians and associate-level providers continuously.
• Demonstrates safe and effective resident care support.
• Completes all mandatory training as required by Winona Health.
• Verbalizes role in various public address codes.
• Demonstrates exceptional communication skills in both clinical processes and daily unit interactions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees