Unit Operations Specialist: Patient Care & Coordination

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Unit Administrative Assistant to support the interprofessional team in delivering high-quality, cost-effective care. You will assist with transfers or transports for procedures and provide prompt, personalized service to patients while responding to the nurse call system.

The role emphasizes effective communication, patient and family-centered care, and maintaining organized unit operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of secretarial/office, college/vocational training or patient care experience preferred.
• BLS certification is required (or employer will provide)

Responsibilities

• Provides prompt and personalized service to all patients and responds to the nurse call system.
• Greet patients and visitors, assist with directions and information.
• Coordinate calls to physicians and transfer services as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Communication

Equipment operation

Computer proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fax machine

Printers

Telephone system

PC

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Unit Administrative Assistant to support the interprofessional team in delivering high-quality, cost-effective care. You will assist with transfers or transports for procedures and provide prompt, personalized service to patients while responding to the nurse call system.

The role emphasizes effective communication, patient and family-centered care, and maintaining organized unit operations.