Health Unit Coordinator - Medical/Surgical Support

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee wellbeing resources

Tuition benefits eligibility

Referral bonus

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) for the Medical/Surgical (Finance) unit at East Madison Hospital in Madison, WI. This 1.0 FTE, 40-hour-per-week role covers Day/Evening shifts with every third weekend rotation, and may vary by department needs.

The HUC will manage unit operations, answer phones, organize files, order supplies, maintain records, and support patients and staff with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

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

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.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) for the Medical/Surgical (Finance) unit at East Madison Hospital in Madison, WI. This 1.0 FTE, 40-hour-per-week role covers Day/Evening shifts with every third weekend rotation, and may vary by department needs.

The HUC will manage unit operations, answer phones, organize files, order supplies, maintain records, and support patients and staff with strong communication and organizational skills.