ER Unit Coordinator - Per Diem (CPR-Ready, Patient Care)

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center; Village of Carthage (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Carthage, NY, is seeking an Emergency Room Unit Coordinator on a per diem basis with 7a-7p and 7p-7a shifts as needed. The role supports the professional staff, handles clerical duties, medical terminology, CPR within 30 days, and coordinates patient transport.

Responsibilities include assisting nursing staff, managing calls, maintaining ED logs, and ensuring accurate charting and documentation in a fast-paced ED setting.

Qualifications

• Familiar with medical terminology.
• Clerical duties include familiarity with Order Entry.
• CPR within 30 days of hire.
• Assists nursing staff when directed to by performing the tasks appropriate for skill level.
• Answers the telephone.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Transports patients when needed.
• Assists staff with clerical needs.
• Files medical records appropriately.
• Orders labs, x-rays, cat scans and ultrasounds as needed and when directed to.
• Files on correct charts.
• Maintains ED log with accurate charges.
• Assists physicians with consults, follow-ups and transfers.
• Registers ER patients when Registration is not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the professional staff in the Emergency Department.
• Utilize clerical and computer skills for ED operations.
• Prioritize tasks and interact with staff, patients, and families during emergencies.
• Perform CPR in Code Blue / Pink as directed by charge nurse.

Skills

Medical terminology

Clerical duties

Order Entry familiarity

CPR certification

Patient interaction

Telephone handling

Transports patients

Documentation

Medical records filing

Interdepartment coordination

Emergency department knowledge

Team support

Job description

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Carthage, NY, is seeking an Emergency Room Unit Coordinator on a per diem basis with 7a-7p and 7p-7a shifts as needed. The role supports the professional staff, handles clerical duties, medical terminology, CPR within 30 days, and coordinates patient transport.

Responsibilities include assisting nursing staff, managing calls, maintaining ED logs, and ensuring accurate charting and documentation in a fast-paced ED setting.