Med-Surg Health Unit Coordinator: Admissions & Admin

WVU Medicine; Uniontown, Northern (Fayette County, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine in Uniontown is seeking an administrative professional to organize the assigned department and perform clerical duties to ensure smooth operation of patient flow.

The role involves coordinating admissions, maintaining medical records, verifying orders, and communicating with nursing staff. The position requires at least 1 year of admin experience and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of administrative experience.
• Experience coordinating patient admissions and medical records.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Organize and maintain Patient Medical Records per policies.
• Verify orders, ensure completeness of consents, labs and signatures.
• Answer patient call lights and respond promptly to needs.
• Utilize PAL system to verify orders and complete consults.
• Notify RN of diagnostic results promptly.
• Maintain unit activity documentation (attendance, census).
• Restock medicines and supplies; deliver and transport items.
• Assist in emergency situations (code 69) as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative experience

Multitasking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PAL computer system

Job description

WVU Medicine in Uniontown is seeking an administrative professional to organize the assigned department and perform clerical duties to ensure smooth operation of patient flow.

The role involves coordinating admissions, maintaining medical records, verifying orders, and communicating with nursing staff. The position requires at least 1 year of admin experience and a high school diploma.