Unit Coordinator - Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) Surgery Room Unit FT Nights

Responsibilities

• Schedules all surgical procedures in the computer system.
• Ensures adequate time is allotted for each procedure and is aware of supply needs and limitations.
• Coordinates interdepartmental needs of scheduled cases, i.e. room availability
• Enters patient charges in a timely manner, completes batch header, and reconciles charges in the time frame allowed.
• Maintains a variety of databases, spreadsheets, and project documents.
• Communicates all information regarding scheduling changes to all persons and/or departments involved.
• Prepare a final version of the daily surgical schedule for distribution and/or viewing on computer monitor, by appropriate areas within the established time frame.

Requirements

• Work requires lengthy periods of sitting, walking on hard surfaces, changes in temperature and humidity.
• Demonstrates the ability to react and perform appropriately with stressful situations.
• Knowledgeable regarding Universal Precaution and can act appropriately if exposed to blood and/or bodily fluids.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull less than or up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to walk, stretch, bend, climb stairs, twist, squat or kneel in performing office tasks, running errands, and transport materials.
• Must be able to use hands for gripping, speed work, and precision during the operation of the computer and accessories.
• Vision and hearing for distances of up to 20 feet is required, depth perception should be within normal limits and be able to distinguish basic colors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Clinical experience with data entry preferred.