Unit Coordinator

Job description

Unit Coordinator
Position Summary
The Unit Coordinator acts as a “Welcome Ambassador” to facilitate guest relations with patients, families, visitors, and physicians. This position facilitates all clerical and reception duties for the unit and Nurse Director and supports the mission, philosophy and objectives of Hunterdon Medical Center.
Primary Position Responsibilities
• Responsible for communication; interdepartmental, intradepartmental, and provides information to patients and families.
• Coordinates clerical activities of the nursing unit.
• Professional and educational development.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintains Patient Safety (Patient Safety Assistant)

Work Contact Group (Internal/External)
HMC employees, Nurses, Physicians, Health Care Providers, Patients, and Families
Reporting Relationships
Reports to (position):
Nurse Director
Qualifications
Minimum Education :
Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation) :
Preferred:
One year of clerical work in a clinical setting.
License, Registry or Certification :
Required:
If crossed trained as Patient Safety Assistant (does suicide 1:1's), CPR is required. Crisis Prevention (CPI) training is also required, and must be renewed annually. If not certified upon hire, must obtain certification within 6 months. CPI course will be provided by Hunterdon Medical Center.
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities :
Required:
Computer, Communication and Customer Service skills are essential. Must possess the ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize duties. Works effectively in stressful environment. Must be self directed. Excellent interpersonal skills required.
Preferred:
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.
The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).