Emergency Dept Unit Secretary & Patient Care Coordinator

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a patient-focused unit clerk to support the Emergency Department. You will ensure accurate patient information is collected and shared among physicians, nurses, and ancillary teams, schedule tests, and maintain up-to-date records for smooth operations.

This role involves receptionist duties, unit communication, and clerical support to sustain efficient patient care workflows. High school diploma required and basic MS Office skills expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Must complete required training program.
• Requires basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Ensures accurate and complete information is received from patient to facilitate coordination and communication between physician, unit staff, and ancillary departments.
• Schedules daily tests and procedures, maintains comprehensive up-to-date record of all patient tests and procedures, and signs patients in and out of unit.
• Provides receptionist functions for the unit and alerts unit management to issues or needs within the unit regarding policies, procedures, or practices.
• Performs all clerical duties associated with supporting the Patient Care Unit.

Skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Indiana University Health is seeking a patient-focused unit clerk to support the Emergency Department. You will ensure accurate patient information is collected and shared among physicians, nurses, and ancillary teams, schedule tests, and maintain up-to-date records for smooth operations.

This role involves receptionist duties, unit communication, and clerical support to sustain efficient patient care workflows. High school diploma required and basic MS Office skills expected.