Health Unit Coordinator: W4 Medical/Surgical

North Memorial Medical Center; Robbinsdale (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Benefit Packages

401k Retirement Match or Pension Plan

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plans

Adoption Reimbursement up to $3000 per

Child Care Discount Program with New H

Education/Tuition Reimbursement

24/7 Fitness Center Access for all

Job summary

North Memorial Health is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to coordinate a patient care unit, handling reception and clerical tasks while supporting patient safety and accurate patient identification. This on-site role requires attention to detail and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (HU/Medical Secretary program preferred) and at least two years in a similar role.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Completion of a Health Unit Coordinator Program or Medical Secretary Program preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a Health Unit Coordinator, Medical Secretary, or related role in a hospital setting required.
• Detail oriented with strong time management and communication skills.
• Proficiency with written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate an efficient customer care unit with prompt, accurate and courteous processing of information.
• Perform reception and clerical activities and maintain unit workflow for staff, physicians, customers and families.
• Support Patient Safety goals including privacy, accuracy of patient identification, and improved communication among caregivers.
• Respond to customer alarms by alerting appropriate staff.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

EPIC (EHR)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Health Unit Coordinator Program or Medical Secretary Program preferable

Tools

EPIC EHR

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

At North Memorial Health, you’re part of an inclusive health team that is rooted in our values: Advocate Courageously, Rally Together, Respect Uniqueness and Create Impact. Empathy and care are at the heart of North’s culture which is designed to actively support each team member’s wellbeing and growth. Our strength lies in our diversity, and we embrace the unique contributions and experiences of each person. Together, we empower patients to achieve their best health.

Our health system encompasses two hospital locations in Robbinsdale and Maple Grove as well as a network of 23 clinics which includes 13 primary clinics, 6 specialty clinics, 4 urgent care/urgency centers and emergency care offerings covering five counties. Our Robbinsdale Hospital, established in 1954, is a 385-bed facility recognized as the top Level 1 Trauma center for 25 years, as well as serving as a Level II pediatric trauma center. Our Maple Grove Hospital was established in 2009, is a 134-bed facility recognized as a top hospital in the state for Women and Children Care, with a Level III NICU, and is the largest Family Birth Center in the state (~5,000 deliveries per year and over 60,000 babies delivered). Both have been named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals® list, 2023 Women’s Choice Award Best Hospitals list.

Benefits the North Way!

As North Memorial Health is a non‑profit organization you are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program. Most part‑time and all full‑time positions are eligible for benefits.

• Health & Welfare Benefit Packages
• 401k Retirement Match or Pension Plan, based on workgroup eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plans
• Adoption Reimbursement up to $3000 per child
• Child Care Discount Program with New Horizon 10% off weekly childcare tuition
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center Access for all benefit eligible team members

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At North Memorial Health we recognize that the strength of our team lies in our diversity and make every effort to embrace the unique contributions and experiences of each person on our team. We strive to ensure that everyone feels like they are a valuable part of our community, with initiatives that reinforce our belief in diversity, equity, and inclusivity, to promote a workforce that enables authenticity, as we want to be our best when providing effective services to our patients. We acknowledge and celebrate the unique traditions, backgrounds, languages, beliefs, and customs of our community, and want everyone to feel welcome. Through our DE&I initiatives we hope to dispel myths, assumptions, and acts of implicit bias.

About this position

The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) is assigned to help in coordinating an efficient customer care unit by providing prompt, accurate and courteous processing of information. Performs reception and clerical activities and works to maintain unit workflow for staff, physicians, customers and families. Participates in the execution of Patient Safety goals including customer privacy, accuracy of customer identification, improving the effectiveness of communication among caregivers, and responding to customer alarms by alerting appropriate staff.

Requirements

Education

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Completion of a Health Unit Coordinator Program or Medical Secretary Program preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience as a Health Unit Coordinator, Medical Secretary, or related role in a hospital setting required. Recent education (HUC, Medical Secretary Program, or similar) will be considered in place of experience.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent time management skills. Ability to prioritize and organize tasks in a fast-paced environment and handle high-stress situations.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to collect data and write reports and correspondence. Legible handwriting required.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to deal with stakeholders with respect and in a courteous and positive manner.
• Strong keyboarding skills. Skill in use of computer applications to include the Microsoft Office applications: Word and Outlook; and Electronic Health Record (EPIC preferred) is required.
• Strong communication and telephone skills.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with health care team members.
• Proficiency with written and spoken English language sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.

The North Memorial Health System is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may still be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Work Group: Non Contract

Hourspertwoweekpayperiod: 60

Shift: Days 12 hours

Call Requirement: None

Remote or On-site:On-site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Benefit Eligibility: Health insurance benefits are available for this position. North Memorial Health offers multiple health plans based on work group eligibility.

Salary Range:NC13 ($23.39 - $30.14), based on experience

Shift Differential: Compensation may include shift differential pay depending on the position and shift worked.

Employment Sponsorship:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

North Memorial Health is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. North Memorial Health does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, status with respect to public assistance, or other protected class status. North Memorial Health provides reasonable accommodation to disabled applicants and employees and takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to protected class status. If you believe that you have been treated in a way that does not conform to these statements, please contact our HR Service Center: [e-mail]. If you need a reasonable accommodation, due to a disability, or to assist with the application process, please contact our HR Service Center: [e-mail].

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