Patient-Centric Unit Coordinator

jeffersonhealth; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Pennsylvania is seeking a Unit Secretary to support a busy patient-care unit with clerical duties, including data entry into the Hospital Information System and coordinating admission, transfer and discharge processes.

You will answer calls, organize information, assist clinical staff, arrange tests and appointments, and collaborate with nurses and departments to maintain smooth unit operations.

Qualifications

• Related secretarial and computer experience is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion, demonstrating skills in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners. Maintain regular communication with Charge Nurse to meet the needs of the unit.
• Coordinate patient appointments/testing within the acute care setting including coordination of transport.
• Performs clerical functions to support department, including maintaining medical record to ensure complete and organized patient information.

Skills

Data entry

Medical terminology

Education

Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hospital Information System (HIS)

Job description

Jefferson Health in Pennsylvania is seeking a Unit Secretary to support a busy patient-care unit with clerical duties, including data entry into the Hospital Information System and coordinating admission, transfer and discharge processes.

You will answer calls, organize information, assist clinical staff, arrange tests and appointments, and collaborate with nurses and departments to maintain smooth unit operations.