Evening Health Unit Coordinator - Patient Care Admin

Banner Health Corporate; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Glendale, Arizona seeks a Health Unit Coordinator for the Outpatient Observation Unit on evenings. The role provides administrative support and effective patient-care communication, serving as a liaison among physicians, nurses, and departments.

This position emphasizes accuracy in patient records and efficient unit operations. The candidate will manage admissions, bed assignments, and charting, while ensuring supplies, equipment, and documentation are handled promptly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of medical clerical experience preferred, hospital or physician office setting ideal.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card required at hire for eligible facilities.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy essential.
• Familiarity with common office software and keyboarding helps.

Responsibilities

• Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support department operations and communication.
• Processes patient admissions, records bed assignments, and prints patient labels.
• Maintains complete patient records with admission, transfer, and discharge information.
• Enters pending discharges and coordinates procedures and treatments before discharge.
• Maintains supplies and assists with requisitions and supply reconciliation.
• Monitors use and condition of electronic equipment and ensures accountability.
• Works under supervision, interacting with diverse internal and external contacts to support patient care.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Office software

Job description

Banner Health in Glendale, Arizona seeks a Health Unit Coordinator for the Outpatient Observation Unit on evenings. The role provides administrative support and effective patient-care communication, serving as a liaison among physicians, nurses, and departments.

This position emphasizes accuracy in patient records and efficient unit operations. The candidate will manage admissions, bed assignments, and charting, while ensuring supplies, equipment, and documentation are handled promptly.