Health Unit Coordinator/Patient Care Assistant - Pre/Post/Short Stay

Mayo Clinic; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental plan options

Vision plan options

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA/FSAs

Competitive retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to provide essential organizational, receptionist, and clerical support to patient care units. You will assist with supply management and manage orders in the electronic health record, while communicating effectively with patients and staff across the care continuum.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong documentation, and reliable multitasking in a fast-paced hospital setting. Staff may rotate days, evenings, nights, and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age prior to start date.
• Health Unit Coordinator program or comparable experience (preferred).
• Current CHUC certification (preferred).
• CNA Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry (preferred).
• 12 college credits or high school diploma with Nursing Assistant training or equivalent (preferred).
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Multitask, work well under pressure and meet deadlines; strong organizational, communication, writing and listening skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Flexibility with hours (days/evenings/nights/weekends).
• Self-directed; adapt to unpredictable situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide organizational, receptionist and clerical support to patient care units and the health care team.
• Monitor and order supplies; assist with managing orders in the EHR.
• Communicate effectively with patients, visitors and facility staff across care continuum.
• Support the healthcare team and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Assist staff with delegated tasks under RN supervision as applicable.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Multitasking

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Writing skills

Listening skills

Problem-solving

Education

Health Unit Coordinator program or comparable experience

Certified Nursing Assistant - Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry

12 college credits or Nursing Assistant credential

Tools

EHR systems

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation andcomprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) provides organizational, receptionist, and clerical support to patient care units and the health care team. These duties may include monitoring and ordering supplies,and assisting the care team with managing orders in the electronic health record (EHR). Communicates effectively via a variety of modalities with patients, visitors, and facility staff and plays an integral role in communication across the continuum of care. Functions as a resource to members of the health care team and is familiar with multiple Mayo Clinic resources. The HUC activities complement the patient care delivery model. Carries out all aspects of the job using good judgment and problem-solving skills, strong interpersonal skills, and assumes responsibility for self-development within the role and participates in continuous improvement activities. Supports the healthcare team by anticipating and responding to team requests and patient needs. The Patient Care Assistant assists staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care which supports and complements nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Patient Care Assistant carries out delegated skills that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age prior to start date.Successful completion of a health unit coordinator program or comparable experience (preferred). Current CHUC certification (preferred). Certified Nursing Assistant on State of Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry in "non-expired" status (preferred).Completion of 12 college credits -OR- High school diploma/ GED with successful completion of a Nursing Assistant training or equivalent preferred.Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Basic computer knowledge and skills. Ability to multitask, work well under pressure and meet deadlines, demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, writing and listening skills. Ability to work effectively in a team setting. Knowledge of medical terminology. Flexibility (Works flexible hours, which include days, evenings, and/or nights, holidays, and weekends). Self-directed. Able to adapt to unpredictable situations.

Life Support for Health Care Provides from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross. If a candidate does not currently have their Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross the Basic Life Support, certification will be included as part of the orientation program.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Compensation range is $20.98 -$29.19 / hour.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

72

Schedule Details

12 hour day/night rotating shifts

Weekend Schedule

Holiday and Weekend Rotation

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the"EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates inE-Verifyand may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.