Health Unit Coordinator (HUC), Cardiac/Neuro Med Surg, Part Time, Nights

UC Health•West Chester, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a Part-Time Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) for the 1st floor Cardiac/Neuro Med Surg unit for Night Shift at West Chester Hospital. The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) provides the clerical support to the clinical team in carrying out the daily functions of patient care. The HUC is responsible for transcription of physician's orders, maintaining the patient's medical record, related forms and documents from admission to discharge. Provides the communication link for processing information/requests to and from patients, staff, visitors, physicians, and other departments or agencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
1-2 years equivalent customer service experience.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communications skills both written and verbal required.
Demonstrated excellent computer skills with Microsoft Software packages, including Word, Excel, Outlook and database management.
Demonstrated time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a demanding environment are essential.
Completes yearly mandatory unit specific, hospital and safety education
BLS (if not certified at hire, can receive training during orientation)

Nice To Haves

HUC education from college or vocational school preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred

Responsibilities

Accurate Transcription of Physician's Orders: Reviewing orders as written, notifying the nurse of any STAT orders
Completing the necessary computer order entry and/or requisitions on a timely basis and forwarding to the appropriate department
Scheduling diagnostic tests with the appropriate department
Document completion of orders transcribed
Completing all clerical activities related to admission, transfer or discharge of patient.
Communication/Clerical: Able to multitask during periods of high-activity or high-stress
Communicates effectively with healthcare providers
Utilizes proper phone etiquette. Assists with answering phones.
Demonstrates customer service when interacting with patients, families, healthcare team members, and staff from all hospital departments
Entering appropriate information in electronic communication system
Answering patient call lights promptly
Paging/calling the appropriate personnel as needed
Notifies appropriate healthcare provider of critical test results
Acting as a receptionist, maintaining a positive attitude to greet and assist patients, visitors, physicians, and staff from all hospital departments
Serving as a resource for unit as needed
Ensures patient information is handled according to HIPAA.
Chart Responsibilities: Assembling the charts on all new admissions
Perform chart maintenance throughout shift
Promptly adding reports to the chart as needed
Facilitates charts to medical records
Copying charts as needed
Breaking down charts of discharged patients and placing in designated spot for Medical Record pick up.
Unit Environment and Unit Accountability: Performing courier duties as directed by the RN.
Completing the admission, transfer, discharge log board, and statistical logbooks.
Assists with ordering and stocking supplies/equipment/forms
Assisting with placing patient charges
Facilitates the maintenance of a clean, safe and organized environment.
Performs the duties of a patient sitter as needed
Notifying the nurse immediately if equipment is not available.
Assists with unit's statistics and Quality Improvement Data
Demonstrates the knowledge and willingness to work in multiple areas
Assists in orienting and mentoring new personnel/volunteers.