Unit Coordinator, Martha's Vineyard Hospital

1550 Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc.; Eastville (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Unit Coordinator within the Nursing Department at Martha's Vineyard Hospital. Under supervision, you will assist licensed nursing staff and perform clerical tasks to optimize patient care.

You will handle calls, coordinate information, and support transcription of orders. The role requires a high school diploma and up to one year of hospital experience, with strong written and spoken English, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 0-1 year hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities include legible handwriting, medical terminology, and clear English communication.
• Must be able to make independent decisions and work harmoniously with staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to professional nursing staff to optimize patient care.
• Handle telephone and visitor reception and communication.
• Transcribe doctors’ orders and coordinate with appropriate departments.
• Maintain unit records, supplies, and prepare charts for admissions.
• Assist in patient transport and daily unit operations.

Skills

Medical terminology

Legible handwriting

English language proficiency

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

0-1 year hospital experience

Job description

Site: Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

A member of the Nursing Department, who, under the direct supervision and with consultation of a professional licensed nurse, perform a variety of support services in order to provide assistance to the professional nursing staff to optimize patient care.

Job Functions

Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

Risk Exposure Categories

1. Tasks may involve exposure to blood/body fluids
2. Tasks do not involve contact with blood/body fluids but could result in performing a Category 1 task
3. Tasks do not involve any risk of exposure to blood/body fluids

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of positions
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with the CEO, physicians, department managers and the general public
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the facility
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients

Working Conditions

• Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours
• Is subject to frequent interruptions
• Is involved with patients, residents, staff, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, etc.
• Communicates with the medical staff and other hospital departments' staff
• Attends and participates in continuing training programs as they relate to the position
• May be exposed to infectious waste and diseases
• Is subject to lifting, carrying and supporting patients
• Must be constantly alert for patient safety

ED: Maintenance of Patient Record and Unit Systems

1. Prepares Emergency Room charts for admission to the hospital.
2. Maintains adequate level of evacuation/CVA/MI admission packs.
3. Has knowledge of the locations of patients when on and off the unit.
4. Filing out lab and x‑ray requisitions.
5. Maintains log book on unit, forwarding charts for coding as soon as possible.
6. When necessary, assist the ER receptionist with obtaining admitting information. Does registration of patients when receptionist is not on.
7. Photocopies patients records when transferred to health facility off the island.
8. Preforms other necessary clerical duties or errands.

Telephone/Visitor Reception and Communication

1. Receives incoming and outgoing telephone calls and forwards messages and information accurately to the appropriate parties after evaluating priority of call.
2. May provide assistance and direction when indicated to visitors.
3. Forward calls regarding medical information to voicemail or appropriate person.
4. Coordinates calls to other facilities when needed; arranging for information exchange and appointments.
5. Familiar with CODE BLUE, fire and disaster plans, trauma response team.
6. Maintains positive atmosphere and communication with all departments.
7. May answer C‑Med radio obtaining information and relaying to licensed staff as needed.

Transcription

1. Transcribes doctors’ orders, requisitions and communicates with the appropriate departments.
2. STAT orders are brought to the attention of the Charge Nurse immediately. No verbal orders are taken by the Unit Coordinator.
3. Makes patient transport arrangements with Nursing Supervisor.

Unit Upkeep – Supplies and Maintenance

1. Maintains the bulletin boards, blackboards, and charting areas.
2. Orders supplies as necessary to meet the unit’s needs, including paper/form supplies.
3. May deliver specimens, equipment and requisitions to appropriate department when directed by the nursing staff.

Other Related Duties

1. Arranges for patient’s personal valuables to be sent home or locked up in the Business Office.
2. Explain and enforce visiting policies for families and friends of patients; direct visitors to waiting areas as appropriate.
3. Inform nursing staff of scheduled time for x‑ray, lab, or operative procedure.
4. Maintains confidentiality within the hospital and in the community. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications Education

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience Previous hospital experience preferred 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Legible handwriting and accurate spelling. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred - Must be able to read, write legibly, speak clearly and understand the English language - Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion - Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public - Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel and the general public

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Onsite

Work Location One Hospital Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours 36

Employee Type Regular

Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range $21.32 - $44.22/Hourly

Grade SM1207

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EEO Statement

1550 Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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