Emergency Department- Health Unit Coordinator

Paradox; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings Plans (401k)

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Employee Wellness Programs

Job summary

Essentia Health’s St Marys Hospital Superior is seeking an Emergency Services Tech to coordinate non-nursing tasks, support workflow, and ensure smooth unit operations. Responsibilities include clerical duties, supply requisition, and scheduling support within a hospital setting.

Preferred candidates have training as a health unit coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist. No formal education is required, though completion of related programs is valued, with an example pathway if

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates will have experience or training in a hospital or clinic setting as a health unit coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Performs clerical and reception duties; requisition supplies, equipment, and services; assist with scheduling; may observe telemetry monitor and notify caregiver of changes; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Health unit coordinator

Medical secretary

Medical receptionist

Education

Health unit coordinator program

Medical secretary program

1 year hospital/clinic experience (if no formal education)

Job description

Building Location:

St Marys Hospital Superior

Department:

2012500 EMERGENCY SERVICES TECH - SMHS HOSP

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.

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.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

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.

FTE:

0.6

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

0600

Shift End Time:

1830

Weekends:

rotating

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

SMHS AFSCME Local 1760 (SHAFS)

Union Posting Deadline:

05/19/2026

Compensation Range:

$17.81 - $23.70

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].