Patient Care Unit Coordinator

Highmark Health Company; Coal Valley (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network seeks a unit clerk to support patient care on the unit. You will enter physician orders online, assemble charts, and coordinate supplies under supervision.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, accurate recordkeeping, and clear communication with nursing staff. A high school diploma is required, with preference for medical terminology coursework or prior unit clerk experience.

This on-site position offers exposure to hospital operations and patient care workflows.

Qualifications

• Minimum High school diploma/GED.
• Preferred formal post-high school coursework in medical terminology.
• Prior unit clerk training OR 1 year unit clerk experience.

Responsibilities

• Enter physician orders online to update patient records under nursing staff review.
• Notify nursing personnel of orders requiring immediate attention and schedule tests/meals/therapies per physician orders.
• Assemble and maintain patient charts, manage records, and communicate relevant information to the patient care team while maintaining HIPAA confidentiality.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Medical terminology coursework

Job description

Allegheny Health Network seeks a unit clerk to support patient care on the unit. You will enter physician orders online, assemble charts, and coordinate supplies under supervision.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, accurate recordkeeping, and clear communication with nursing staff. A high school diploma is required, with preference for medical terminology coursework or prior unit clerk experience.

This on-site position offers exposure to hospital operations and patient care workflows.