Hospital Unit Coordinator - Patient Care Support

RiseMe; Kentucky; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Unit Clerk on First Shift at JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC in Louisville, KY. The role performs clerical duties under Licensed Nursing Personnel, maintains patient records, transcribes communications, and supports daily operations on the unit.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, clerical/computer experience, and a Basic Life Support certification. Strong communication and accuracy are essential to ensure patient care and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent required.
• Previous clerical/computer experience and medical terminology strongly preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Interacts effectively with patients, physicians, nurses, visitors, and other customers utilizing effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• Maintains the patient record by properly stickering, identifying, and filing all patient documents.
• Forwards all medical records to the HIM department upon discharge.
• Ensures station census is accurate and all patients are correct in computer systems.
• Maintains clean and organized workstations.
• Reports hazards and unsafe practices to leadership or other appropriate individuals.
• Orders, stocks, and maintains clerical supplies and patient care documents.
• Writes legibly and transcribes communication accurately.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Unit Clerk on First Shift at JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC in Louisville, KY. The role performs clerical duties under Licensed Nursing Personnel, maintains patient records, transcribes communications, and supports daily operations on the unit.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, clerical/computer experience, and a Basic Life Support certification. Strong communication and accuracy are essential to ensure patient care and HIPAA compliance.