Health Unit Coordinator - Medical/Surgical

About the role

Health unit coordinators play a key role on each unit, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients, families, and visitors. We are seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) to manage and facilitate the day-to-day operations of a unit.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, family members and other staff
• Collaborate with the clinical team to coordinate all aspects of patient care including patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Maintain accurate electronic health records and perform other duties of a clerical nature

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required
• 1 year of experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature Required
• 1 year of experience in a medical environment Preferred

Benefits

• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Schedule

This is a 90 FTE, 36 hours per week position, with a Day/Evening schedule and every third weekend rotation. Hours may vary based on operational needs of department.