Emergency Dept Unit Coordinator - Clerical & Transfers

Southern Ohio Medical Center; Portsmouth, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition and certification assistance

Retirement plan (403b/Cash Balance)

Health, dental, vision coverage

Earned wage access

Job summary

Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, OH, is seeking an Emergency Department Unit Coordinator to support patient records, orders, and transfer center coordination under supervision of nursing leadership.

The role requires a High School diploma, English proficiency, and knowledge of medical terminology; six months healthcare experience preferred. You will greet patients, process orders, and maintain accurate data while collaborating with nursing staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
• Ability to read, write, and speak English required
• Working knowledge of medical terminology required

Responsibilities

• Transcribes and processes physicians' orders.
• Orders tests, treatments, medications, and supplies.
• Functions as a communications source for the nursing unit.
• Records data, reports, and enters patient charges and other information.
• Welcomes and greets those coming on the unit.
• Uses telephone etiquette following the SOMC's Code of Conduct.

Skills

English language proficiency

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, OH, is seeking an Emergency Department Unit Coordinator to support patient records, orders, and transfer center coordination under supervision of nursing leadership.

The role requires a High School diploma, English proficiency, and knowledge of medical terminology; six months healthcare experience preferred. You will greet patients, process orders, and maintain accurate data while collaborating with nursing staff.