Inpatient Unit Coordinator: Patient Flow & Admin Support

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to assist unit-based clinicians and hospital staff on an inpatient unit.

You will coordinate patient flow, admissions, discharges and transfers, and you will handle confidential information with discretion. This 36-hour rotating temporary position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits as part of Mass General Brigham.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or Associate's preferred.
• 1–2 years of administrative support experience required.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ability to proofread/edit documents.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and phone systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties to support floor/unit administration.
• Greet patients and visitors professionally in person and by phone.
• Manage information at the central nursing station and unit.
• Schedule visits, tests, procedures, and patient transport.
• Enter admissions/discharges/transfers into EMR accurately.
• Coordinate with ancillary services for equipment and supplies.
• Assist manager with payroll or staff scheduling as needed.

Skills

Office procedures

MS Office

Proofreading

Phone system

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Certified Health Unit Coordinator (NAHUC) preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Record

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to assist unit-based clinicians and hospital staff on an inpatient unit.

You will coordinate patient flow, admissions, discharges and transfers, and you will handle confidential information with discretion. This 36-hour rotating temporary position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits as part of Mass General Brigham.