Health Unit Coordinator (OR); 0.8FTE, Day/PM Shift
The Health Unit Coordinator facilitates unit operations and assists with all clerical duties on the patient unit, including greeting patients and visitors as they arrive. Coordinates the communication between nursing staff, physicians, other departments, professional staff, patients and families relating to patient care.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in a health care setting
- Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
- Keyboard skills required
- Exceptional Customer Service skills
- Acquires and maintains skills necessary for role, e.g. operation of telephone, messaging systems, copiers, call lights, printer, and fax machines.
- Principles of effective communication
- Knowledge of data entry systems
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Effective organizational skills
Preferred Requirements:
- Knowledge of medical terminology strongly preferred