Health Unit Coordinator
Essentia Health
Duluth, Minnesota, US
About the Role
Job Description: This position plans, organizes, and implements the non-nursing functions of assigned unit(s) to facilitate workflow, enhance unit productivity, and provide excellent customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff. Position promotes efficient unit function and indirect resident care. Performs clerical and reception duties; requisition supplies, equipment, and services as directed; assist with scheduling; may be assigned to observe telemetry monitor when indicated notifying patient's caregiver of any changes; and other duties as assigned.Preferred candidates will have experience or training in a hospital or clinic setting as a health unit coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist. Education Qualifications:
No educational requirement.
Preferred candidates will have
- Completion of a health unit coordinator program or medical secretary program
- If no formal education we will require 1 year experience or training in a hospital or clinic setting as a health unit coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist.
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
- Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
- Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes, and implements non-nursing functions on unit
- Performs clerical and reception duties; assists with scheduling; requisitions supplies and equipment
Qualifications
- Experience in hospital/clinic setting as Health Unit Coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist; Completion of HUC or medical secretary program preferred
Benefits
Health insurance options; 401(k) retirement plan; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; wellness programs
Required Skills
clerical duties
reception
scheduling
liaison with patients/families
telemetry observation (optional)
Keywords
Health Unit Coordinator
clerical
medical secretary
hospital
reception
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