Health Unit Coordinator

Banner Health Corporate; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift differential

Night shift differential

Job summary

Banner Casa Grande Medical Center's Emergency Department seeks a Senior Emergency Department Technician/Paramedic to lead a team in a fast-paced setting. This full-time day-shift role covers 36 hours weekly.

You will coordinate admin and patient care support, facilitate communications among physicians, nurses and staff, and ensure accurate records and smooth patient flow. Previous unit secretary or ED experience, medical terminology knowledge and computer skills are preferred; weekend and

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 1 year medical clerical experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and computers.

Responsibilities

• Perform receptionist/clerical duties to support department efficiency and communication.
• Process patient admissions, bed assignments, and charting; print labels and request records.
• Maintain complete patient records and ensure forms are filed or scanned.
• Coordinate patient discharges and schedule procedures for timely discharge.
• Monitor supplies and reconcile orders; track use of medical equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Primary City/State: Casa Grande, Arizona Department Name: Emergency Ctr-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services Help move health care into the future. At Banner Health we are changing health care to make the experience the best it can be.

At Banner Casa Grande Medical Center, Emergency Department we are proud to service our patients as we focus on fulfilling Banner’s mission to make a difference in people’s lives through excellent patient care. With 26 beds we see approximately 40,000 patients annually.

We are looking for a senior Emergency Department Technician who can help lead a team of patient care professionals working in a fast-paced environment. As an Emergency Department Paramedic, you will have the opportunity to use your experience and skills in a well diverse population.

This is a Full-Time Day shift. 36hrs/week opening working 6a-6pm alternating weekends, no call. Holiday rotations are required in this role. Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable.

Banner Casa Grande Medical Center is a 141-bed acute-care hospital located midway between Phoenix and Tucson, AZ. The facility boasts the neighborhood convenience of a community hospital while leveraging the clinical expertise of one of the nation’s leading health systems. The state-of-the-art facility cares for patients through all phases of life, offering adult and pediatric Emergency and Trauma Care, Level IV Trauma, Women’s Care, Maternity Services, Surgical Care, Orthopedics, Laboratory Services, Medical Imaging, Inpatient Dialysis, Rehabilitation, and more.

As part on one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the country, you’ll have access to a vast network of colleagues and expanded access to career opportunities.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for a variety of administrative support functions and customer service for an assigned patient care area which promote an organized, efficient delivery of care to patients. The position facilitates communication between physicians, nurses and physicians, calls in Consults and acts as a liaison with all other internal departments and external contacts.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.
• Processes patient admissions, records bed assignments in system, makes face sheets and prints patient labels upon admission. Orders outside records from other facilities and Physician’s offices.
• Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms. Ensures that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient’s record. Ensures that charting forms are labeled and accessible if they are needed. Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education materials. May be responsible for QC/validations.
• Enter pending discharges into the system. Coordinates patient appointments for procedures and treatments that may be required prior to timely discharge. Processes patient discharges.
• Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery.
• Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order.
• This position works under local supervision and has responsibility for assigned unit only. Incumbents work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with other health unit secretaries and other staff at all levels throughout the facility. Customers are patients, families, physicians, unit staff, case managers, patient service staff and medical records staff. Interacts with a wide variety of external customers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior experience in customer service. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy is required. The position requires knowledge of commonly used office software and keyboarding skills.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of an approved unit secretary program and BLS certification is preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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