UNIT COORDINATOR- Surgery

150 top places to work in healthcare|2025 Becker's Hospital Review The Unit Coordinator functions as the facilitator for the Surgical Services Department. This position plans, organizes, coordinates and schedules procedures and treatments, as well as the activities of the department, physicians and patients. Will prepare and maintain confidential documents and records. Will have direct contact with incoming patients. Will process and forward information throughout the facility. Will handle visitor calls, visitor contacts and questions. Will coordinate and request services from other departments. Education: High School education or equivalent. Experience: Previous hospital experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology, English grammar and spelling. Ability to write and communicate clearly. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability remain, react and act calmly during emergency situations, while maintaining and directing an orderly and safe environment. Use of computers, fax/copy machines, telephone, paging systems and database systems. Ability to work with various hospital departments, medical staff and the general public. Licenses/Certification: Certified Health Unit Coordinator certification preferred. Maintenance of current CPR or BLS preferred. Physical Requirements Occasionally (0-33%): Standing, change position, reaching, reach across midline, crouching/squatting, stooping, stairs, lifting (0-20 lbs), carrying (0-20 lbs), pushing/pulling (20-50 lbs) Frequently (34–66%): Walking, sitting, handling, pinching Continuously (37-100%): See with corrective eyewear, hear clearly with assistance Shift: 12 Hours Schedule: Varies Compensation: $18.90 - $20.80/hr, depending on experience. Benefits Eligibility Medical, dental, vision, health care FSA, dependent care FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Account: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period in a Full Time or Part Time position are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire. Full Time staff are automatically enrolled in 401A plan as of date of hire. Life and AD&D insurance: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date. Short-term and long-term disability: All active employees working 60 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date. Key Skills Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gunnison Valley Health