Evening Patient Throughput Coordinator

Mass General Brigham; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Unit Coordinator for the Patient Transport and Access Center in Somerville, MA. This role provides extensive administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff, acting as the liaison between patients, visitors and clinicians.

It requires managing confidential patient information and coordinating patient admissions, discharges and transfers to support throughput.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 2+ years of administrative support experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and medical terminology.
• Certified Health Unit Coordinator preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets and assists patients, families, visitors and staff in a professional manner.
• Enters admissions, discharges and transfers into the EMR accurately and timely.
• Coordinates consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport.
• Supports payroll or scheduling duties as needed.
• Manages information at the central nursing station and unit.
• Coordinates with ancillary departments for equipment, services and supplies.

Skills

MS Office

Proofreading

Phone system

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Office equipment

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Unit Coordinator for the Patient Transport and Access Center in Somerville, MA. This role provides extensive administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff, acting as the liaison between patients, visitors and clinicians.

It requires managing confidential patient information and coordinating patient admissions, discharges and transfers to support throughput.