Health Unit Coordinator (Float)

Carrus Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrus Health in Houston, TX is seeking a Unit Clerk/Patient Care Technician to support the care team in a behavioral health setting. The role includes clerical tasks, chart breakdowns, and staffing support on the floor as needed.

The position requires strong organizational skills, basic EMR experience, and clear English communication. Travel to other facilities may be required, with adherence to all policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Requires exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Intermediate computer skills; EMR experience preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ experience as Unit Clerk/PCT in behavioral health preferred.
• Must communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties (order entry, telephone management, unit organization, etc.)
• Assists HIM department with breaking down charts and scanning finalized product.
• Assists with providing staff breaks and filling in on the floor as a Patient Care Tech when needed.
• Assists in all codes in any capacity needed.
• Is responsible for census updates.
• Is responsible for communication to schools for admission, discharge, and weekly updates.
• Travels to other facilities as needed and/or as instructed.
• Reports to work in a timely manner and adheres to policies, procedures, and processes.
• Performs other job duties as needed and/or as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team support

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR navigation

Job description

Location: Houston, TX

Job Id:531

# of Openings:1

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs clerical duties (order entry, telephone management, unit organization, etc.)


• Assists the HIM department with breaking down charts and scanning finalized product.


• Assists with providing staff breaks and filling in on the floor as a Patient Care Tech when needed.


• Assists in all codes in any capacity needed.


• Is responsible for census updates.


• Is responsible for communication to schools for admission, discharge, and weekly updates.


• Travels to other facilities as needed and/or as instructed.


• Reports to work in a timely manner and adheres to policies, procedures, and processes.


• Performs other job duties as needed and/or as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to foster a supportive role in assisting other members of the care team.


• Requires intermediate-level computer skills. Experience navigating an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) is preferred.


• High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.


• Two years’ experience working as a Unit Clerk/Patient Care Technician in a behavioral health setting is preferred.


• Must be able to effectively communicate in English via verbal and written means.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• BLS certification is required upon hire.


• De-escalation training is required within 30 days of hire.