Unit Coordinator- Critical Care Unit (32 Hours, 7a-3p)

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 24,108 - 35,817; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pharmacy benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) savings matches

Paid time off

Job summary

Boston Medical Center (BMC) in Brockton is hiring a Unit Coordinator to provide critical technical assistance to nursing staff. Located in the Critical Care Unit, this role includes clerical, scheduling, and supply functions essential for unit operations.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or GED and have a minimum of one year of clerical experience. Strong communication skills, computer proficiency, and knowledge of medical terminology are necessary. The position offers a compensation range of $17.50 to $26.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year clerical experience is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to the nursing staff and perform various clerical functions.
• Transcribe physician and nursing orders accurately and timely.
• Enter orders into the EMR system and file test results promptly.
• Maintain and order clerical supplies for the unit.

Skills

Effective communication

Computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Unit Coordinator

Department: Critical Care Unit

Schedule

32 Hours, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., weekend rotations

Position Summary

Provide technical assistance to the nursing staff and perform a variety of computer, clerical, scheduling, and supply functions necessary for the operation of the unit.

• Receives and greets visitors, patients and staff; responds to questions and refers to authorized staff.
• Answers telephone promptly and courteously; maintains positive communication with other departments; makes telephone calls to physicians, other departments (e.g., Information Systems), and informs physicians of admissions.
• Assists staff by running errands, delivering specimens and paperwork, and checking mail.
• Keeps nurses informed of incoming reports, new orders and other messages.
• Demonstrates awareness of patients’ rights to privacy and confidentiality.
• Transcribes physician and nursing orders accurately, neatly and timely; places appropriate orders onto the nursing card.
• Assembles, labels and organizes the medical record for patient admissions.
• Secures records from previous admissions as needed.
• Accurately enters orders into the EMR system.
• Fax medication orders to pharmacy; notes dangerous abbreviations and contacts physicians to clarify orders; notes time called in margin of physician order sheet.
• Prepares chart for discharge and assures it is complete; compiles all discharge paperwork.
• Enters discharges into the computer system.
• Notifies the administrative manager of unit activities such as changes in patient conditions.
• Accurately files test results in a timely manner.
• Copies documents as requested for unit personnel.
• Increases knowledge and use of the hospital computer system as new programs are developed.
• Maintains and orders clerical supplies for the unit as directed by the nurse manager.
• Reports broken equipment, enters work orders into Epic, and calls outside vendors regarding special equipment.
• Reports to work promptly and begins duties on time.
• Gives adequate notice of absenteeism or tardiness.
• Appearance is professional in accordance with the dress code.
• Asks appropriate questions within the job description if encountering an unfamiliar circumstance.
• Performs work of equal skill, effort, and responsibility as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum one-year clerical experience.
• Knowledge & Skills: Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; computer skills required; knowledge of medical terminology required.

Compensation

Range: $17.50 – $26.00 per hour.

This range is an estimate based on minimum qualifications. Base pay is determined by factors such as education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. Total compensation includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well‑being.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans