Health Unit Coordinator - Med/Surg Patient Care & Records

OU Medical Center Edmond; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator for Med/Surg at Edmond Medical Center. The role provides a clean, efficient patient care environment and supports unit operations through coordination of resources and workflows.

It emphasizes professionalism, patient-first values, and collaboration with nursing staff. Responsibilities include handling patient records, admissions/discharges coordination, inventory management, and mentoring new HUCs, with opportunities to contribute to quality

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare environment.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills and typing to meet position requirements.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, prepares and maintains patient medical records and files.
• Provides receptionist type coverage for the area: handle routine patient calls and inquiries.
• Assists with admissions, transfers and discharges by coordinating with appropriate personnel.
• Maintains or arranges for repair of equipment.
• Assists with inventory needs, ordering, stocking, and distribution of supplies.
• Supports the healthcare team by anticipating and responding to team requests and patient needs.
• Mentors new HUCs.
• Participates in daily compliance audits and safety reporting.
• Participates in quality improvement projects on the unit.

Skills

Medical terminology

Organization skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Inventory management

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR software

Inventory software

Job description

OU Health is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator for Med/Surg at Edmond Medical Center. The role provides a clean, efficient patient care environment and supports unit operations through coordination of resources and workflows.

It emphasizes professionalism, patient-first values, and collaboration with nursing staff. Responsibilities include handling patient records, admissions/discharges coordination, inventory management, and mentoring new HUCs, with opportunities to contribute to quality