Unit Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY: Boston Medical Center is seeking a Unit Coordinator for its 82-bed behavioral health hospital located in Brockton, MA. BMC Brockton operates as a behavioral health accountable care organization providing cutting edge inpatient treatment and stabilization for individuals experiencing complex mental health and substance use needs. The Unit Coordinator is responsible for providing quality care services to patients by supporting the daily operations of the inpatient psychiatric unit. The Unit coordinator will perform administrative and clerical tasks as needed, including answering phones, assisting with patient registration, assisting with intake requests and communicating with patients, staff and guests. Position: Unit Coordinator Department: Med Surg Unit 9 - 2A Schedule: Part Time ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: Patient Registration Coordinate and prioritize tasks, maintaining daily flow of the unit in a complex, rapidly changing environment Communicate with staff, families, and other departments utilizing effective communication skills Effectively coordinate communications involving incoming calls and e-fax Gather intake information and patient records Review referrals and verify all information Assist with data collection and reporting that complies with local, State and Federal guidelines Maintain confidentiality of all patient care information to assure rights are protected Maintain a good working rapport with interdepartmental personnel, as well as other external referring agencies Other duties as requested by supervisor JOB RQUIREMENTS Education: HS Diploma or GED (required), Associates or Bachelor's degree (preferred) Experience: One (1) year experience in a medical environment (preferred) Effectively manage various administrative tasks Excellent organizational and time management skills Ability to work both independently and within a team Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously Excellent interpersonal skills Compensation Range: $17.50- $26.00 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It's a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC's mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. #J-18808-Ljbffr