Health Unit Coordinator/ Resource Team

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Washington in Seattle is seeking a Part-time Days Health Unit Coordinator for UW Medicine - Resource Team. The role supports a busy unit with communications, triage, and patient-flow coordination.

You will answer phones, triage call lights, assist with admissions, transfers and discharges, and prepare discharge packets, while using Epic, Teams and Outlook to ensure smooth operations and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of healthcare, administrative, or customer service experience or equivalent.
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment with multitasking and strong organizational skills.
• Provide staff, providers, and patients with an efficient system of internal and external communications, including answering phones and triaging call lights.
• Respond to patient and family inquiries in a timely, courteous, and accurate manner.
• Assist in maintaining a welcoming and organized unit environment for patients, families, and staff.
• Work closely with the charge RN to manage patient flow, prioritize unit needs, and coordinate admits, transfers, and discharges.
• Prepare discharge packets to support timely and safe patient discharges.
• Coordinate transportation and paperwork for patient transfers and diagnostic testing.
• Handle unit paperwork and documentation.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and restock as needed; use Epic, Teams, and Outlook for communication and coordination.
• Partner with care team to prioritise patient satisfaction and care delivery.
• Other assigned duties.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Job description

No Telework

Seattle, WA

Part time

REQ-0000134846

Job Description

UW Medicine - Resource Team has an outstanding opportunity for a Part-time Days Health Unit Coordinator.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Part-time (36 hours per week)
• Day Shift
• Mon­days- Saturdays 7:00am- 7:30pm

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Conveniently located near public transportation
• Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
• Opportunity to provide career growth

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment where multitasking and strong organizational skills are essential
• Provide staff, providers, and patients with an efficient system of internal and external communications, including answering phones and triaging call lights
• Respond to patient and family inquiries in a timely, courteous, and accurate manner
• Assist in maintaining a welcoming and organized unit environment for patients, families, and staff
• Work closely with the charge RN to help manage patient flow, prioritize unit needs, and coordinate admits, transfers, and discharges
• Prepare and compile discharge packets to support timely and safe patient discharges
• Coordinate transportation and appropriate paperwork for patient transfers and diagnostic testing
• Handle unit paperwork, including patient chart maintenance, consent forms, and other documentation
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and restock as neededUtilize computer systems such as Epic, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook for communication, documentation, and coordination
• Partner with all members of the care team to prioritize patient satisfaction and exceptional care delivery
• Other assigned duties

REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduation or equivalent
• AND
• One year of healthcare, administrative, or customer service experience OR
• An equivalent combination of education/experience
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.

Excellence. Exploration. Education.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

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Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$21.82 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$29.41 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

90.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/).

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080).

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