Health Unit Coordinator I - Ben Taub Hospital

Health Unit Coordinator (HUC I)

The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC I) is accountable for the daily (shift) clerical operation and coordination of the activities on a nursing unit(s). The HUC I works closely with the charge nurse/nurse manager to facilitate and support unit operations to assure patient needs are met. The HUC I monitors and facilitates compliance with select environmental and process safety and regulator standards and maintains unit supplies and equipment. The HUC I functions as the hub for coordinating unit activity and communication. The HUC I is competent in medical terminology, communication skills, organizational skills, technical skills, clerical functions and computer skills. The HUC I demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or the equivalent required.
• License & Certifications: Basic Life Support from an American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross approved program. Other Certificates as required by unit/service.
• Work Schedule: Three (3) years work commensurate experience or related training and/or college level courses preferred
• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
• Proficiencies: P.C. Job Attributes Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Medical Terms, Word Processing
• Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays and Flexible
• Equipment Operated: Competent in use of desk top computers and basic office software. Various office equipment, including fax machines, printers, scanners, and telecommunication systems.