Health Unit Coordinator - FT- Days- Medical/Surgical, Telemetry - MHW
About The Position
Performs administrative/clerical duties in support of an assigned nursing area. Assists with processing patient admissions, transfers and discharges. Assembles and maintains patient records and charts. Performs needed clerical tasks, including copying, faxing, filing, and ordering/obtaining supplies. Greets patients and visitors. Monitors, answers, screens, and routes all telephone calls. Handles emergency alerts, pages, and overhead announcements as requested. Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Requires familiarity with medical terminology.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
- No prior work experience required.
- Familiarity with medical terminology.
Nice To Haves
- ACCOUNTABILITY
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- ORGANIZATION SKILLS
- PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
- PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT
- PROBLEM SOLVING
- RESPONDING TO CHANGE
- STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Responsibilities
- Assists with processing patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Assembles and maintains patient records and charts.
- Performs needed clerical tasks, including copying, faxing, filing, and ordering/obtaining supplies.
- Greets patients and visitors.
- Monitors, answers, screens, and routes all telephone calls.
- Handles emergency alerts, pages, and overhead announcements as requested.
Benefits
- Veteran’s Preference
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
