Health Unit Coordinator Pediatrics

Health Unit Coordinator

Banner Desert Medical Center is seeking a new Health Unit Coordinator. This position is entry level and responsible for a variety of administrative support functions and customer service for an assigned patient care area which promote an organized, efficient delivery of care to patients. The position facilitates communication between physicians, nurses and patients, calls in consults and acts as a liaison with all other internal departments and external contacts.

We have two full-time day shift openings and one full time night shift position. These positions work 11 hour shifts and will include weekends and holidays on a rotating basis. You will have the opportunity to utilize our self-scheduling tool as well as enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential as well as an 18% Night shift differential.

Banner Health offers a variety of benefits to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.

Located on an 80-acre campus in Mesa, Arizona, Banner Desert Medical Center is one of Arizona's largest and most comprehensive hospitals and was recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. We provide an abundance of exceptional opportunities with more than 700 licensed beds, including over 100 dedicated to children and 76 dedicated to our NICU. Areas of excellence include high-risk pregnancy and neonatal care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, cardiology, oncology and emergency medicine. With 33 operating rooms, we offer a full range of surgical specialties and advanced technology that includes the da Vinci Surgical System. If you aim to deliver top-tier care to the most vulnerable patients, consider joining Banner Children's Hospital at Desert in Mesa, Arizona.

This position is responsible for a variety of administrative support functions and customer service for an assigned patient care area which promote an organized, efficient delivery of care to patients. The position facilitates communication between physicians, nurses and physicians, calls in consults and acts as a liaison with all other internal departments and external contacts.

Core functions include performing receptionist/clerical duties, processing patient admissions, maintaining patient records, entering pending discharges, maintaining supply levels, monitoring electronic equipment, and interacting with patients, families, physicians, and staff.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma/GED, 1 year of medical clerical experience, excellent organizational skills, effective communication skills, working knowledge of medical terminology, and computer literacy.

Preferred qualifications include successful completion of an approved unit secretary program and BLS certification.