Emergency Unit Coordinator & Admin Support

AHMC HealthCare; Daly City (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AHMC HealthCare's Seton Medical Center in Daly City seeks a Unit Coordinator to perform clerical duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Services unit.

The role requires excellent communication, multitasking, and meticulous documentation, including answering phones, relaying messages, managing records, and coordinating tests and transfers to ensure smooth patient flow.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or equivalent is required.
• Two years vocational training or two years relevant work experience may substitute.
• BLS certification is required.
• Proficient in computerized documentation systems.
• Typing and word processing skills recommended.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, visitors, staff and physicians promptly and courteously.
• Answer phones using department and title; screen calls and relay messages.
• Maintain neat and organized work environment; manage mail and messages.
• Transcribe physician orders and enter into the computer; ensure timely follow through.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and inform staff of required preparation.
• Ensure accurate entry of patient information for transfers and discharges.
• Assemble and file medical records; assist with transfers to other facilities.
• Maintain unit statistics, logs and records within deadlines.
• Order and stock office supplies; maintain department equipment and confidentiality.

Skills

Typing

Customer service

Documentation systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years vocational training or 2 years relevant work experience

BLS Certification

Job description

AHMC HealthCare's Seton Medical Center in Daly City seeks a Unit Coordinator to perform clerical duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Services unit.

The role requires excellent communication, multitasking, and meticulous documentation, including answering phones, relaying messages, managing records, and coordinating tests and transfers to ensure smooth patient flow.