Health Unit Coordinator - Cardiology

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a part-time Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) to support the daily operations of a hospital unit at University Hospital. The role involves answering phones, organizing files, handling correspondence, managing databases, and providing essential support to patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient admissions, transfers, and discharges with the clinical team, maintaining electronic health records, and performing clerical duties with

Qualifications

• No minimum education required
• High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred
• 1 year of experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature Required
• 1 year of experience in a medical environment Preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and facilitate the day-to-day operations of a unit
• Answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, provide general support to patients, family members and staff
• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges with the clinical team
• Maintain electronic health records with high accuracy and perform clerical duties

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Diploma equivalent preferred

Job description

Work Schedule :

Part-time, 0.90 FTE, 36 hours per week. This position is 12-hour shifts, Monday - Friday and a 2 in 6 weekend rotation. Weekend hours are both Saturday and Sunday 7:00AM - 7:30PM. This position is at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Hours may vary based on operational needs of department

Be part of something remarkable .

Health Unit Coordinators play a key role on each unit, by providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients, families, and visitors.

We are seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) to:

• Manage and facilitate the day-to-day operations of a unit.
• Answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, family members and other staff. You are often considered the backbone of the unit, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Utilize excellent communication and organizational skills to support patient care.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to coordinate all aspects of patient care including patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Use high level of attention to detail to maintain accurate electronic health records and perform other duties of a clerical nature.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• No minimum education required
• High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature Required
• 1 year of experience in a medical environment Preferred

Our commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information