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Essentia Health in the United States is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to plan, organize, and support non-nursing functions on assigned unit(s), improving workflow and patient service. Responsibilities include clerical and reception duties, requisitioning supplies, assisting with scheduling, and monitoring telemetry when indicated, with communication to patient caregivers.
Preferred candidates have HU coordinator or medical secretary training; or at least 1 year hospital/clinic experience;
Building Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center Department: 2003950 SMMC 15-MED SURG - SMMC HOSP Job Description: Education Qualifications: This position plans, organizes, and implements the non-nursing functions of assigned unit(s) to facilitate workflow, enhance unit productivity, and provide excellent customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff. Position promotes efficient unit function and indirect resident care. Performs clerical and reception duties; requisition supplies, equipment, and services as directed; assist with scheduling; may be assigned to observe telemetry monitor when indicated notifying patient’s caregiver of any changes; and other duties as assigned.
Preferred candidates will have Completion of a health unit coordinator program or medical secretary program If no formal education we will require 1 year experience or training in a hospital or clinic setting as a health unit coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications: No Certification or Licensure required
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
We are a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. We are like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541.
FTE: 0.6 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 0630/1430 Shift End Time: 1500/2300 Weekends: Yes rotating Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: SMMC USWA (SMUMS) Union Posting Deadline: 10/8/2026 Compensation Range: $18.69 - $27.85.
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