Health Unit Coordinator - ICU - Per Diem

Administrative SupportSite: Wentworth-Douglass HospitalMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryHours between 6:30am - 5:30pm Per Diem - As needed Salary Range: $18.00 - $31.09. Pay based on experience.Provides administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff in an inpatient unit, serving as a liaison between patients, visitors, and clinicians. Effectively organizes priorities, completes tasks in a timely manner, and maintains the confidentiality of patient information. Partners with nursing to coordinate day-to-day patient flow, including communication with key stakeholders regarding patient admissions, discharges, and transfers. Provides outstanding service during every customer interaction. Actual job duties may vary by department.Essential FunctionsPerforms clerical and administrative duties to support the general operations of the floor or unit.Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers in person and through various communication tools in a professional and courteous manner.Receives, prioritizes, organizes, and manages information at the central nursing station and throughout the unit.Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transportation to other departments.Enters accurate and timely information into the electronic medical record regarding admissions, discharges, and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput.Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services, and supplies; tracks status and location; and follows designated processes for identifying and facilitating repairs.May assist the manager with payroll functions, staff scheduling, or supervision of unit secretaries. Duties may vary by department.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? NoLicenses and Credentials Certified Health Unit Coordinator - National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC) preferredExperience Administrative support experience 1-2 years requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities - Proficiency with office procedures and equipment, i.e., filing, copying, scanning, printing, and 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 & written communication skills. - Strong interpersonal, written, and oral skills. - Ability to use standard office equipment. - Familiarity with medical terminology.Physical RequirementsStanding Occasionally (3-33%)Walking Occasionally (3-33%)Sitting Constantly (67-100%)Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbsCarrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Rarely (Less than 2%)Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location789 Central AvenueScheduled Weekly Hours0Employee TypePer DiemWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$17.71 - $24.40/HourlyGrade3