Emergency Department Unit Coordinator — Per Diem Nights

South Shore Health System; Weymouth, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

South Shore Health System in Weymouth, MA is seeking an Emergency Department Unit Coordinator for per diem night coverage. The role supports nursing staff, patients and physicians by coordinating care, processing orders, and managing schedules on a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include patient admission/discharge workflow, bed tracking, and ensuring accurate documentation. Candidates should have basic medical terminology knowledge and strong communication skills; high school diploma

Qualifications

• Minimum education of High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology helpful.
• Basic computer literacy required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing staff, patients, physicians and other departments to facilitate unit operations.
• Perform general receptionist and clerical duties to support the nursing unit.
• Process orders, admissions, discharges and transfers per SSH policy.
• Maintain bed tracking and PCS systems up to date; assist with scheduling.
• Prepare shift reports and unit workflow documentation.
• Order supplies and manage par levels in collaboration with Operations Supervisor.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Team coordination

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Lotus Notes

PCS systems

Central scheduling software

Job description

South Shore Health System in Weymouth, MA is seeking an Emergency Department Unit Coordinator for per diem night coverage. The role supports nursing staff, patients and physicians by coordinating care, processing orders, and managing schedules on a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include patient admission/discharge workflow, bed tracking, and ensuring accurate documentation. Candidates should have basic medical terminology knowledge and strong communication skills; high school diploma