Unit Operations & Patient Flow Coordinator

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

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston seeks an Administrative Support professional to assist unit-based clinicians and staff on an inpatient unit. You will act as liaison with patients, visitors and nursing staff, prioritizing tasks and handling confidential information.

The role coordinates patient flow, arranges admissions, discharges, transfers, and patient transport, and updates the EMR accurately. Collaboration with ancillary services and payroll support may be part of duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of administrative support experience required.
• Certified Health Unit Coordinator (NAHUC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties to assist in general administration of the floor or unit.
• Greets patients and visitors and coordinates information at the central nursing station.
• Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments.
• Enters admissions, discharges and transfers into the EMR accurately and timely.
• Contacts ancillary services to obtain equipment, services and supplies; tracks status.
• May assist manager with payroll duties or scheduling of staff.

Skills

Administrative support

Strong verbal & written communication

Time management

Proofreading

Interpersonal

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Related Field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston seeks an Administrative Support professional to assist unit-based clinicians and staff on an inpatient unit. You will act as liaison with patients, visitors and nursing staff, prioritizing tasks and handling confidential information.

The role coordinates patient flow, arranges admissions, discharges, transfers, and patient transport, and updates the EMR accurately. Collaboration with ancillary services and payroll support may be part of duties.