LABOR AND DELIVERY UNIT COORDINATOR BWH

Job Summary Provides administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff in an inpatient unit, functioning as the liaison between patients, visitors and clinicians. Organizes priorities, completes tasks on time, and manages confidential patient information. Partners with nursing to coordinate day-to-day patient flow, including communication to key players regarding admissions, discharges, and transfers. Also provides outstanding services for every customer interaction. Actual duties may vary by department. Essential Functions Performs clerical and other duties to assist in the general administration of the floor or unit. Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors and coworkers in person and via communication tools in a professional manner. Receives, prioritizes, organizes and manages information at the central nursing station, and throughout the unit. Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments. Enters into the electronic medical record accurate and timely information about admissions, discharges and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput. Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services and supplies; tracks status and location; uses a designated process for identifying and facilitating repairs. May assist manager with payroll duties or scheduling of staff, or supervision of unit secretaries. Qualifications Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Associate's Degree in a related field of study preferred. Licenses and Credentials Certified Health Unit Coordinator – National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC) preferred. Experience Administrative support experience 1-2 years required. Experience in L&D, OB, NICU preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proficiency with office procedures and equipment (filing, copying, scanning, printing, faxing). Proficiency in MS Office. Ability to proofread and edit written documents. Ability to use the phone system. Managing one's own time and the time of others. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral skills. Ability to use standard office equipment. Familiarity with medical terminology. Additional Job Details Location: 45 Francis Street, Boston, MA. Work Shift: Night (United States of America). Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24. Employee Type: Regular. Pay Range: $18.58 – $26.58 per hour (Grade 3). Remote Type: Onsite. Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, bonuses, and recognition programs designed to support professional growth. EEO Statement 2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr