Oncology Care Assistant - Health Unit Coordinator

CommonSpirit Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma, WA seeks a Unit Coordinator to serve as a vital caregiver and central hub, coordinating patient care processes from newborn to geriatric under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You will also act as the unit receptionist and secretary, ensuring smooth information flow and timely support to the healthcare team.

The role emphasizes strong organizational and communication skills, proactive day-to-day operations management, and commitment to safe,

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant program
• Military medical specialty training
• Certified Nursing Assistant: WA
• Basic Life Support - CPR

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse
• Perform data entry and unit secretarial functions
• Process equipment as needed
• Coordinate unit activities to support multidisciplinary care
• Serve as primary receptionist and secretary for the unit

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data entry

Education

Nursing Assistant program (accredited)

Military medical specialty training

Certified Nursing Assistant WA

Basic Life Support - CPR

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Unit Coordinator, you will be a vital caregiver and the central hub, assuming responsibility for patient care processes from newborn to geriatric for a designated time frame. You will directly contribute to safe, therapeutic patient care while serving as the primary receptionist and secretary.

Every day you will support safe patient care through multidisciplinary processes and coordinating unit activities. You will efficiently manage information flow and assist healthcare team members in delivering care across all patient age groups.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to managing day-to-day operations, and a commitment to providing safe, therapeutic care while working effectively with the entire healthcare team.

This job is responsible for assisting with patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse; performs data entry, unit secretarial functions, and equipment processing.

Job Requirements

Required

• Completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant program, upon hire or
• Military medical specialty training, upon hire and
• Certified Nursing Assistant: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• Six months related work experience and
• Experience in a hospital setting and
• Experience in a specialty unit. Preference is given toward applicants with experience as both a Certified Nursing Assistant and Unit Coordinator.

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.