Hem/Onc Unit Coordinator - Weekend Patient Flow Specialist

Partner's Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. seeks an Hem/Onc Unit Coordinator to provide essential administrative support in an inpatient unit, coordinating patient flow and acting as liaison among patients, families and clinicians.

This role schedules tests and transport, records admissions/discharges in the EMR, and collaborates with nursing and ancillary services. Weekend 10-hour shifts with onsite work at 75 Francis Street. Prior admin experience and MS Office skills required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred.
• Administrative support experience 1–2 years required.
• Certified Health Unit Coordinator (NAHUC) preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, with ability to proofread and edit documents.
• Strong communication, time-management and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical and other duties to assist in the general administration of the floor or unit.
• Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors and coworkers in a professional manner.
• Receives, prioritizes, organizes and manages information at the central nursing station, and throughout the unit.
• Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments.
• Enters into electronic medical record accurate and timely information about admissions, discharges and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput.
• Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services and supplies; tracks status and location; uses designated process for identifying and facilitating repairs.
• May assist manager with payroll duties or scheduling of staff, or supervision of unit secretaries.

Skills

Office procedures

MS Office

Proofreading/editing

Phone system

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Office equipment

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. seeks an Hem/Onc Unit Coordinator to provide essential administrative support in an inpatient unit, coordinating patient flow and acting as liaison among patients, families and clinicians.

This role schedules tests and transport, records admissions/discharges in the EMR, and collaborates with nursing and ancillary services. Weekend 10-hour shifts with onsite work at 75 Francis Street. Prior admin experience and MS Office skills required.