Patient Care Unit Coordinator

tuftsmedicine; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowell General Hospital is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to provide clerical and operational support on the patient care unit. This role coordinates patient flow, manages charts, and serves as a liaison among departments under clinical leadership.

The position requires at least a high school diploma and healthcare experience; college coursework or an associate degree is preferred. Full-time, 32 hours per week with weekend/holiday commitment in Lowell, MA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of related experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Three years of related experience in a hospital or healthcare setting is preferred.
• Some college or an Associate's degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient charts and prepares medical records per hospital policy.
• Receives, greets and directs patients, visitors, physicians, and staff.
• Transcribes physician orders to appropriate information sites.
• Supports effective communication for the unit by triaging calls and relaying messages.
• Operates hospital computer systems to enter and verify orders and generate reports.
• Coordinates follow-up appointments and supports case management as needed.

Skills

Administrative support

Clerical duties

Healthcare environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college or associate degree

Tools

Hospital information systems

Job description

Lowell General Hospital is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to provide clerical and operational support on the patient care unit. This role coordinates patient flow, manages charts, and serves as a liaison among departments under clinical leadership.

The position requires at least a high school diploma and healthcare experience; college coursework or an associate degree is preferred. Full-time, 32 hours per week with weekend/holiday commitment in Lowell, MA.