Health Unit Coordinator II-Emergency Services

HI:Big Island:Kealakekua:KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | Clerical, Administrative and Support | Permanent/Part-time Posted 4 months ago Description POSITION STATUS: 0.90 | Permanent SALARY RANGE: BU03 | SR13 SALARY RATE: $42,120.00 (Annual Salary) based on the FTE Job Duties The purpose of the position is to provide indirect patient care in the patient‑care setting, consistent with the assigned department’s standard of care. The role floats to other units as necessary and may be required to work shifts, weekends, and holidays. Minimum Qualification Requirements Education: Graduation from High School or GED certificate preferred. General Clerical Experience (2 years): Performance of a variety of clerical tasks such as typing, substantive clerical work, or a combination of these. Demonstrates knowledge of English grammar, spelling, arithmetic, common office appliances and equipment (copiers, fax machines, telephones, computers). Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, carry out procedures in clerical work systems, communicate effectively orally and in writing, deal tactfully with others, and organize and prioritize work tasks. Specialized Experience for Health Unit Coordinator II: In addition to the general clerical experience, must have one year of work experience in a health care setting that involved working with healthcare professionals (physicians and/or nurses), receiving, coordinating, expediting and/or implementing patient care orders, inputting data into a computer system, preparing and maintaining medical records, and/or work experience in an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system or similar application. Must have knowledge of medical terminology applied to work assignments. Substitutions Allowed An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may replace all required general experience. Successful completion of a substantially full‑time equivalent clerical or medical/health‑related curriculum leading to a degree, diploma or certificate of achievement at an accredited community college, business or technical school that provided knowledge of medical terminology may replace six (6) months of the required specialized experience. Current certification as a Health Unit Coordinator by the NAHUC may replace six (6) months of the required specialized experience. An Associate’s Degree in Health Unit Coordinator, Medical Administrative Assistant, Health Care Administration, Health Services Administrator or equivalent may replace all required general and specialized experience. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: Hospital policies and procedures; applicable State, Federal and other regulatory requirements; business English, spelling, grammar and word usage; office practices and procedures; filing methods and systems; operation and maintenance of office appliances and equipment, including copying machines; use of computer equipment and software applications; nature and uses of medical terminology and electronic medical records. Abilities: Plan and carry out a wide range of administrative functions, including complex assignments; maintain an effective work pace under periodic deadlines; manage multiple tasks; understand and apply statutory provisions, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; read and interpret manuals and detailed instruction books; use computers, word processing and other software; communicate effectively orally and in writing; deal tactfully with others. Eligibility Requirements CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE: Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment and intend to reside in the State of Hawai‘i during the course of employment. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: Applicants claiming Veteran’s Preference must submit a copy of their DD‑214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying periods of service. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements necessary to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. EEO Statement The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices. Contact Information: KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, 79‑1019 Haukapila Street, Kealakekua, HI 96750. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io, email: View email address on click.appcast.io, website: #J-18808-Ljbffr