Emergency Department Operations Coordinator

South Shore Health System; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health System is seeking an Unit Coordinator/Secretary to coordinate nursing, patient, physician, and department activities, ensuring timely communication and efficient flow of orders and documents. This role includes managing charting, scheduling, and discharge processes on a day-to-day basis.

The position requires strong clerical skills, basic medical terminology knowledge, and the ability to work with diverse clinical teams, patients, and families in a fast-paced hospital

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing, patient, physician, and department activities through communication.
• Manage orders, bed tracking, and scheduling tasks.
• Prepare shift reports and complete daily chart audits.
• Process discharge paperwork and medication reconciliation.
• Order supplies and collaborate with Operations Supervisor.
• Maintain unit safety and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a preceptor for new staff.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Effective communication

Documentation accuracy

Interpersonal skills

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Lotus Notes

Job description

South Shore Health System is seeking an Unit Coordinator/Secretary to coordinate nursing, patient, physician, and department activities, ensuring timely communication and efficient flow of orders and documents. This role includes managing charting, scheduling, and discharge processes on a day-to-day basis.

The position requires strong clerical skills, basic medical terminology knowledge, and the ability to work with diverse clinical teams, patients, and families in a fast-paced hospital