Health Unit Coordinator Full-Time Days

Salary & Benefits The salary range for this position is $16.60 – $24.07 hourly. Placement within the range depends on relevant work experience and internal equity. For union‐represented positions, placement follows the collective bargaining agreement’s guidelines. We offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, emotional, and financial well‑being, including protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Benefits Overview $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year ($5,700 part‑time) $10,000 student loan repayment ($5,000 part‑time) $1,000 professional development per year ($500 part‑time) $250 wellbeing fund per year ($125 part‑time) Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Annual employee salary increase and incentive bonus Paid time off and holiday pay Description The Health Unit Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards. Performs unit‑based reception, clerical, medical record, and patient registration functions. Is capable of setting priorities and handling emergency situations calmly. Is customer‑oriented, effectively communicates with all levels of staff and patients and their families, and serves as liaison between patient‑care units and other patient‑related departments. Manages overall unit workflow in concert with the charge RN and/or assistant manager. Responsibilities Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance. Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly or identifies an appropriate person and resource. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way. Uses effective service‑recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns. Demonstrates teamwork by helping co‑workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledges assistance and contributions of others. Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently. Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time. Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement. Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide. Has respect for and understanding of other disciplines. Coordinates all work with the Manager and Charge Nurse. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Manager, Charge Nurse, co‑workers and physicians. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Retrieves all lab results from computer and brings them to the attention of the nurse caring for the patient. Interacts professionally with patients/family and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary. Prepares medical records for new admissions and disassembles the chart and forwards to Medical Records upon patient discharge. Maintains proper record assembly content in chronological order behind tabs. Obtains necessary signatures and documents; aware of petition and certificate processes regarding involuntary admissions. Transcribes accurately, clarifying handwritten orders and clinical data, and enters/ verifies orders in the computer to ensure timely and accurate delivery of medications, supplies, and services. Seeks out and obtains learning opportunities. Participates in professional growth and development activities and shares knowledge from continuing education programs with co‑workers. Demonstrates computer competence for order entry, results, documentation, policies, etc. Manages and operates equipment safely. Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and ability to function under stressful situations. Demonstrates confidence and success with multiple, high‑level, time‑sensitive tasks. Answers telephone, monitors unit closed‑circuit camera, and intercom/door entry system in a polite manner and communicates information to the appropriate staff/family. Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize and complete unit work quickly as the needs of the unit, patients, and staff change. Monitors patient's type in the computer against actual status and makes corrections when necessary. Performs pre‑census and validates daily admission, discharge and census lists. Registers patient in computer. Conducts telephone screenings (inquiry calls) in a manner that results in appropriate disposition based on the phone contact; observes patient confidentiality rules and release‑of‑information data. Orders supplies and prints all forms used for patient charts. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required High School Diploma or GED equivalent Basic computer knowledge Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbal and written Ability to assess and determine situations requiring an interpreter and to use interpreter services effectively Excellent customer service skills Preferred One year of experience in a pertinent clinical specialty Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form granting permission to run the check. Results are evaluated case‑by‑case, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Sign‑On Bonus Eligibility Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. #J-18808-Ljbffr