Surgical Unit Coordinator: Patient Flow & Admin

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking an Administrative Support professional to assist unit-based clinicians and staff on an inpatient unit. You will act as a liaison for patients and families, manage confidential information, and coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers in collaboration with nursing staff.

The role requires 1–2 years of administrative experience, strong MS Office skills, and familiarity with medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Administrative support experience 1–2 years required.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Ability to proofread and edit written documents.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical and other duties to assist in the general administration of the floor or unit.
• Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors and coworkers in person and via communication tools in a professional manner.
• Receives, prioritizes, organizes and manages information at the central nursing station, and throughout the unit.
• Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments.
• Enters into electronic medical record accurate and timely information about admissions, discharges and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput.
• Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services and supplies; tracks status and location; uses designated process for identifying and facilitating repairs.
• May assist manager with payroll duties or scheduling of staff, or supervision of unit secretaries. Duties may vary by department.

Skills

MS Office

Office equipment

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree (Related Field)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking an Administrative Support professional to assist unit-based clinicians and staff on an inpatient unit. You will act as a liaison for patients and families, manage confidential information, and coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers in collaboration with nursing staff.

The role requires 1–2 years of administrative experience, strong MS Office skills, and familiarity with medical terminology.