HUC- Outpatient Surgery

Essentia Health; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to organize non-nursing functions on the assigned units, improving workflow and patient service. You will perform clerical and reception duties, requisition supplies and assist with scheduling, while monitoring telemetry when needed and communicating changes to caregivers.

Preferred candidates have HUC or medical secretary training; if no formal education, at least 1 year of hospital/clinic experience as HUC, medical secretary, or medical

Qualifications

• Candidate should have health unit coordinator or medical secretary training.
• Experience or training in a hospital or clinic setting as health unit coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist preferred.
• No formal education requirement if enough experience is present.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and implements non-nursing functions on assigned units to support workflow.
• Performs clerical and reception duties; requisitions supplies/equipment/services.
• Assists with scheduling; may observe telemetry monitoring and notify caregivers of changes.

Skills

Clerical work

Reception duties

Scheduling

Customer service

Education

Health unit coordinator program

Medical secretary program

Job description

Building Location: St Marys Hospital Superior Department: 2013400 SURGERY - SMHS HOSP

Job Description: 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 experience or training in a hospital or clinic setting as a health unit coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist.

Education Qualifications: 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. No educational requirement.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications: No Certification or Licensure required

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

About Essentia Health

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: 0.4 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: varies Shift End Time: varies Weekends: No Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: SMHS AFSCME Local 1760 (SHAFS) Union Posting Deadline: 09/8/2026 Compensation Range: $17.81 - $23.70

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• Medical insurance, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
• A 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future.
• Training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs to support your professional development.
• Flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

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