Health Unit Coordinator — On-Site Hospital Support

Froedtert Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Academic partnership with MCW

Referral bonuses

Retirement plan 403(b)

Job summary

Froedtert Health in Milwaukee is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to provide clerical and system coordination for inpatient care areas. You will support nursing unit communication with physicians, staff, and families, and manage the desk area to facilitate technology use and downtime procedures.

The role requires a proactive communicator with healthcare terminology knowledge and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. At least 6 months in a HUC role is preferred.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 6 months experience as a Health Unit Coordinator is preferred.
• Medical terminology knowledge required or must satisfactorily complete course within first 6 months of employment.
• High School diploma or equivalent is preferred. Completion of formal Health Unit Coordinator training program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Health Unit Coordinator provides clerical and system coordination and support for the inpatient care areas.
• Coordinates nursing unit communication and activities with physicians, nursing staff, other departments, professional staff, patients, and families related to patient care.
• The Health Unit Coordinator manages the desk area of the inpatient unit, facilitating the use of technology and coordinating downtime procedures.

Skills

Telephone etiquette

Customer service

Analytical skills

Clear communication

Windows Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology knowledge

Health Unit Coordinator training

Tools

Windows Office

Job description

Froedtert Health in Milwaukee is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to provide clerical and system coordination for inpatient care areas. You will support nursing unit communication with physicians, staff, and families, and manage the desk area to facilitate technology use and downtime procedures.

The role requires a proactive communicator with healthcare terminology knowledge and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. At least 6 months in a HUC role is preferred.