Health Unit Coordinator

Overview Job Summary Functions under the direction of licensed nursing personnel to coordinate non-clinical tasks, including transcription of doctor's orders, maintaining the patient chart and utilization of communication devices. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Responsibilities Performs clerical responsibilities. Maintains the patient chart Demonstrates good communication skills. Facilitates patient/bed flow by utilizing admission, transfer, and discharge activities according to procedure. Manages supplies and equipment. Participates in ongoing educational activities. Completes assigned goals. Minimum Education Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. Minimum Experience One year experience in business office or related health care field. Previous experience utilizing customer service or public relation skills. Minimum Special Skills Ability to type 20 words per minute on a personal computer accessing the program with a mouse. Computer literacy. Desired Qualifications Desired Education Associate degree in business related curriculum or its equivalent. Desired Experience One year experience in business office or related health care field. Previous experience utilizing customer service or public relation skills. Desired Special Skills Knowledge of medical terminology preferred Desired Licensure, Registration, Certification BLS #J-18808-Ljbffr Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation