Emergency Department Coordinator

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) with employer contributions

Professional Development

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN seeks an Emergency Services Tech to support ER operations by coordinating with radiology, lab, and patient transport. The role involves entering verbal orders in Epic under a provider, scribing during trauma, and assisting with non-nursing tasks in collaboration with nurses.

Responsibilities include documenting requests for Hospitalists via Stat Doc and physicians via Med Direct, and coordinating with teams to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• 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.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in healthcare or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate flow with radiology, laboratory, and patient transport in the ER.
• Enter verbal orders into Epic under provider direction; scribes during trauma.
• Support non-nursing functions with nurses and coordinate with Hospitalists via Epic (Stat Doc) and other physicians via Med Direct.
• Obtain pertinent information from other facilities for continued ED care.
• Answer call lights and coordinate with nursing to meet patient needs.

Skills

Health unit coordination

Clerical coordination

Epic entry/trauma scribes

Education

Health unit coordinator program

1 year hospital/clinic experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in healthcare

Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2002500 EMERGENCY SERVICES TECH - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

This position supports the operations of the emergency room by providing coordination flow with radiology, laboratory, and patient transport. At the direction of a provider, enters verbal orders into Epic, scribes during a trauma, and supports the non-nursing functions in collaboration with nurses. Coordinates and documents into Epic all requests for Hospitalists through Stat Doc, and all other Specialty Physicians through Med Direct. Obtains pertinent information from other facilities at the request of the attending MD’s for further care of patients in the Emergency Department. Answers call lights and coordinates with nursing staff to meet the needs of the patient. Performs clerical and reception duties; requisition supplies, equipment, and services as directed. Monitors security cameras and responds to access request into the the emergency department.

Education Qualifications:

Job Description

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.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Associate’s degree in healthcare or related field preferred.
  

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

Certificate / Licensure

No Certification or Licensure required

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.

About Essentia Health:

We are a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. We are like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

FTE:

0.9

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

0700/0900/1900

Shift End Time:

1930/2130/0730

Weekends:

Every 3rd weekend rotation

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN)

Union Posting Deadline:

07/28/2026

Compensation Range:

$20.20 - $30.09

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].