Health Unit Coordinator I - Ben Taub - 5B Medsurg - FT / Day

Job Summary

The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC I) is accountable for the daily (shift) clerical operation and coordination of the activities on a nursing unit(s). The HUC I works closely with the charge nurse / nurse manager to facilitate and support unit operations to assure patient needs are met. The HUC I monitors and facilitates compliance with select environmental and process safety and regulator standards and maintains unit supplies and equipment. The HUC I functions as the hub for coordinating unit activity and communication. The HUC I is competent in medical terminology, communication skills, organizational skills, technical skills, clerical functions and computer skills. The HUC I demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : High school diploma or the equivalent required.

License & Certifications :

Basic Life Support from an American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross approved program. Other Certificates as required by unit / service.

Work Schedule : Three (3) years work commensurate experience or related training and / or college level courses preferred

Communication Skills : Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)

Proficiencies : P.C.

Job Attributes

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities : Medical Terms, Word Processing

Work Schedule : Weekends, Holidays and Flexible

Equipment Operated : Competent in use of desk top computers and basic office software. Various office equipment, including fax machines, printers, scanners, and telecommunication systems.