MGH Unit Coordinator | Orthopedics unit

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

White 6 is seeking a Unit Coordinator with day, evening, or night availability to provide scheduled coverage on weekends and holidays. White 6 is a 30-bed unit with the clinical specialty being Orthopaedics and Oral Maxillofacial/Medical. The population of patients includes elective total joint replacement, trauma, and orthopedic oncology. This is a fast-paced, exciting environment. Ideal applicants with weekday and weekend availability, at the shift times posted will be strongly considered for an interview. The position does require fully paid day shift training, before start.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Administrative support experience 1-2 years required
• Proficiency with office procedures and equipment, i.e., filing, copying, scanning, printing, and faxing.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to proofread and edit written documents.
• Ability to use the phone system.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral skills.
• Ability to use standard office equipment.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff, functioning as the liaison between the patient, visitors and the clinicians.
• Effectively organize priorities, complete tasks on time and to manage confidential patient information.
• Partnering with nursing to coordinate the day-to-day patient flow including communication to key players regarding patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Provide outstanding services for every customer interaction.
• Performs clerical and other duties to assist in the general administration of the floor or unit.
• Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors and coworkers in person and via communication tools in a professional manner.
• Receives, prioritizes, organizes and manages information at the central nursing station, and throughout the unit.
• Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments.
• Enters into electronic medical record accurate and timely information about admissions, discharges and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput.
• Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services and supplies; tracks status and location; uses designated process for identifying and facilitating repairs.
• May assist manager with payroll duties or scheduling of staff, or supervision of unit secretaries.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events
• Comprehensive benefits
• Career advancement opportunities
• Differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable
• Recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED