Patient Care Unit Clerk – Caring, Community‑Driven Role

SouthCoast Health; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Employee wellbeing program

Retirement plan (403b) with company–匹配

Job summary

Southcoast Health in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) to join our patient care team. The role supports the nursing unit with office and secretarial tasks, coordinating services and equipment requests, under the supervision of the Manager, Patient Care.

This 24-hour weekly position covers day/evening shifts with weekend/holiday rotation, offering competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within our Southeast

Qualifications

• Equal to completion of four years of high school plus additional specialized courses or training.
• Computer skills including knowledge of the Meditech computer system and related secretarial experience are preferred.
• Over three months up to and including one year of related work experience.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID-19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision of Manager, Patient Care or Designee, perform a variety of office, secretarial and other related duties both within and in support of assigned unit.
• Responsible for efficient and effective coordination of services which ensure completion of daily activities of individual assigned nursing unit.
• Plan, organize, and direct all unit patient focused support activities including but not limited to coordinating ancillary patient/unit services and requests for equipment/supplies.
• Assist the Manager, Patient Care or Designee with duties and responsibilities as directed.

Skills

Secretarial experience

Medical office coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Southcoast Health in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) to join our patient care team. The role supports the nursing unit with office and secretarial tasks, coordinating services and equipment requests, under the supervision of the Manager, Patient Care.

This 24-hour weekly position covers day/evening shifts with weekend/holiday rotation, offering competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within our Southeast