Health Unit Coordinator: Patient Care Ops & Admin

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital is seeking an administrative coordinator to support a multi-disciplinary patient care team. You will handle clerical duties, maintain patient data, and ensure efficient unit operation.

The role emphasizes strong communication, accurate documentation, and the ability to adapt to priorities while protecting patient confidentiality and following policy.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to interpret and document information accurately.
• Must demonstrate organizational and prioritization skills and manage interruptions.
• Must deal with a variety of individuals and hospital systems; computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency with administrative, clerical and technical skills/knowledge.
• Maintains appropriate level of productivity while focusing on immediate priorities.
• Participates in continuing education activities and staff meetings.
• Acts as CBISA reporter for the department and enters data into Lyon Software.
• Completes monthly reports ensuring fiscal year entries by August 1 of next year.
• Obtains and handles medications per policy and maintains patient confidentiality.
• Maintains a professional, courteous environment across the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Organization skills

Prioritization

Working with diverse individuals

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NAHUC certification encouraged

Tools

CBISA (Lyon Software)

Lyon Software program

Job description

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital is seeking an administrative coordinator to support a multi-disciplinary patient care team. You will handle clerical duties, maintain patient data, and ensure efficient unit operation.

The role emphasizes strong communication, accurate documentation, and the ability to adapt to priorities while protecting patient confidentiality and following policy.