Health Unit Coordinator II — Patient Care & Unit Coordination

Charleston Area Medical Center; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV seeks a Health Unit Coordinator 2 for Memorial Hospital to initiate and coordinate clerical processes and provide direct patient care under RN supervision. You will monitor, interpret, and document patient rhythms and maintain equipment as applicable.

The role emphasizes prioritizing tasks in a busy environment, ensuring accurate medical records, and supporting nurses and physicians with clinical and administrative duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Formalized training as a Health Unit Coordinator or Medical Assistant is preferred.
• 6 months of related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize job responsibilities in a multi-demand environment and respond to urgent situations.
• Anticipate physician and coworker needs and initiate actions.
• Coordinate clerical processes for admission, transfer, discharge, and death for patients.
• Maintain patient medical records with correct labeling and documentation.
• Transcribe orders accurately and legibly according to policy.
• Communicate effectively with staff and patients using available technology.
• Coordinate unit maintenance purchases, supplies, medications, manuals, and equipment.
• Act as a resource to new staff and interns regarding procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Clerical coordination

Documentation

EKG monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formalized Training as Health Unit Coordinator

Formalized Training in Medical Assistant

Tools

EHR software

EKG equipment

Job description

Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV seeks a Health Unit Coordinator 2 for Memorial Hospital to initiate and coordinate clerical processes and provide direct patient care under RN supervision. You will monitor, interpret, and document patient rhythms and maintain equipment as applicable.

The role emphasizes prioritizing tasks in a busy environment, ensuring accurate medical records, and supporting nurses and physicians with clinical and administrative duties.