À propos de ce poste Health Unit Coordinator chez Trinity Health
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Health Unit Coordinator!
As a Health Unit Coordinator at MercyOne, you will perform clerical duties that support the daily activities of nursing units. Works cooperatively with the nursing staff and other health team members to enhance quality patient care and patient satisfaction. In addition, these incumbents function as Patient Care Assistants. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, works collaboratively with the health care team to provide outcome-based patient care.
Schedule:
Full time, 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week)
7:00am - 3:30am with alternating Mondays and Fridays off
No weekends or holidays
General Requirements:
Acts as receptionist and assists in-patient care delivery when appropriate.
Answers telephone calls promptly and politely and answers questions as appropriate.
Ensures that accurate messages reach appropriate parties.
When nursing staff not available, responds to patient call/emergency lights if possible.
Politely greets patients, visitors, physicians and other health team members and directs appropriately.
Anticipates needs of physicians, staff, patients and visitors (i.e., pulls charts for rounds, greets people by name when possible).
Maintains knowledge of and efficiency utilizes all computer applications of assigned nursing units.
Maintains knowledge, skills and ability to effectively work in at least 2 nursing units within one year of hire.
Minimum Qualifications:
Mandatory Reporter
3-4 years' experience without medical secretary. Prefer 3 years' experience in a medical office/hospital setting.
Medical Secretary, Medical Administrative Secretary, or Medical Assistant degree preferred.
High language, intermediate math, intermediate reasoning ability.
Typing with knowledge of medical terminology; Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Personal computer, mainframe information systems experience preferred, database software.
Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff and physicians while performing their job duties.
Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.
Ministry/Facility Information:
MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.
Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.
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Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
