Health Unit Coordinator - ED

Yale NewHaven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a dedicated individual to coordinate patient care activities. Responsibilities include transcribing physician orders, scheduling tests, and maintaining medical records. Ideal candidates should possess good communication and computer skills, along with a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all patient care activities.
• Transcribes physician orders accurately.
• Maintains patient medical records.

Skills

Communication

Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Coordinates all patient care activities. Responsible for transcribing physician orders and all activities related to completion of those orders. Communicates all information to various levels.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

1. Exhibits ability to prioritize activities.
2. Assists others in obtaining and sharing pertinent information. Notifies appropriate RN or department of stat orders. Coordinates desk communication activities during a code or other emergency situation.
3. Knows protocol requirements and sequences for lab tests, radiology procedures, the OR, and their checklists, including consent forms. Serves as a resource to unit staff regarding protocol requirements and sequencing for lab tests and X-ray procedures.
4. Accurately transcribes physician's orders into computer, on Kardex, or manually on requisition.
5. Schedules patients for special tests with appropriate departments and relays pertinent information.
6. Maintains patient medical records by accurately dating and recording TPR sheets, recording 24-hour intake and output on graphic sheet as requested, stocking and thinning charts, preparing intake and output sheets, and organizing discharge patient records.
7. Coordinates all documentation necessary for interdepartmental transfers and discharges to other facilities. Checks pre-op charts for completion of consent forms, tests, etc., and notifies RN of missing information as able. Changes charts for pending surgery or diagnostic tests.
8. Orders unit supplies from central service or stockroom as needed and enters appropriate charges.
9. Maintains and communicates accurate census count of the unit.
10. Assists in data collection, QA, and statistical tracking of unit activities. Maintains appropriate logbooks.
11. Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self-development as outlined in performance review.
12. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Related work experience is a plus. Must have basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and an understanding of medications.

Special Skills: Must possess good computer skills and excellent communication skills.

YNHHS Requisition ID: 148361