Health Unit Coordinator — Patient Care & Unit Operations

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to manage day-to-day unit operations, answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, families and staff.

You will collaborate with the clinical team to coordinate patient admissions, transfers and discharges, maintain accurate electronic health records, and perform clerical duties to keep the unit running smoothly.

Qualifications

• No minimum education required
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1 year of experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature Required
• 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.
• 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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to manage day-to-day unit operations, answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, families and staff.

You will collaborate with the clinical team to coordinate patient admissions, transfers and discharges, maintain accurate electronic health records, and perform clerical duties to keep the unit running smoothly.