Health Unit Coordinator - Cardiology: F4/5

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

UW Health University Hospital in Madison is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to support unit operations, coordinate admissions/transfers/discharges, and maintain patient records. This part-time role offers a 0.3 FTE schedule with mix of 8- or 12-hour shifts, including early mornings and evenings, with some weekend work.

You will act as the backbone of the unit, facilitating smooth operations, answering phones, and supporting clinical teams to ensure high-quality patient care and a welcoming

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a medical or customer service environment
• 1 year of experience in a medical environment preferred
• High School Diploma required

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Experience in medical/customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Work Schedule:

Part-time, 0.3 FTE, 12 hours per week. This position has a mix of 8- or 12-hour shifts, 7am-3:30pm, 3pm-11:30pm or 7am-7:30pm. Some weekends are required. Hours may vary based on operational needs of department. You will work at University Hospital.

Be part of something remarkable.

Health unit coordinator's 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:

• 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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Required

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

University Hospitalin Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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