Evening Unit Coordinator, Perioperative Care

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to provide clerical support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff. You will act as a liaison between patients, visitors, and clinicians, organize priorities, and handle confidential patient information. Experience 1–2 years; High School Diploma required; NAHUC certification preferred.

Onsite, 40 hours weekly, evenings 12 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Administrative support experience 1-2 years required
• Certified Health Unit Coordinator - NAHUC preferred
• Familiarity with medical terminology expected

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical and other duties to assist in the general administration of the floor or unit.
• Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers in person and via communication tools in a professional manner.
• Receives, prioritizes, organizes, and manages information at the central nursing station and throughout the unit.
• Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments.
• Enters accurate, timely information into the electronic medical record for admissions, discharges, and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput.
• Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services, and supplies; tracks status and location; uses the designated process to identify and facilitate repairs.
• May assist the manager with payroll duties, staff scheduling, or supervision of unit secretaries. Duties may vary by department.

Skills

Office procedures

MS Office

Proofreading

Phone system

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree preferred

Job description

Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to provide clerical support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff. You will act as a liaison between patients, visitors, and clinicians, organize priorities, and handle confidential patient information. Experience 1–2 years; High School Diploma required; NAHUC certification preferred.

Onsite, 40 hours weekly, evenings 12 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.