Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $28.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Flexible work schedules
Job Description
UTMB Health is a prominent healthcare institution recognized for its commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and comprehensive health services. With a strong foundation in medical excellence, UTMB Health operates various specialized units designed to address the diverse needs of its patient population. The organization emphasizes a collaborative work environment where healthcare professionals work together to provide compassionate, efficient, and patient-centric care. As a leading healthcare provider and educator, UTMB Health invests in continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development to maintain its status as a trusted and respected medical facility in the region.\n\nThe role of the Unit Coordinator/Clerk at UTMB... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited Unit Coordinator/Clerk program or one-year related job experience or college coursework
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Proficient typing, spelling, and medical terminology skills
- Ability to utilize hospital information systems and basic computer applications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and professional ethics
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited Unit Coordinator/Clerk program or one-year related job experience or college coursework
- Basic computer skills
- Proficient in typing, spelling, and medical terminology
- Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with patients, families, guests, and staff
- Knowledge of hospital information systems
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
- Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, and flexibility
- Experience in a healthcare environment preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Job Duties
- Performs receptionist/secretary activities for assigned area embodying the Principles of Service
- Greets patients, guests, and staff in a courteous manner
- Interacts with and provides services for patients and their families, appropriate to the specialty and age of the patient
- Utilizes professional telephone etiquette at all times
- Promptly answers telephones and intercoms
- Accurately routes call and message to the appropriate individuals or departments
- Uses basic computer skills and printing equipment to retrieve and process appropriate clinical information from the hospital information system
- Promptly processes electronic mail and messages
- Maintains bulletin boards, unit manuals, and files so they are current and in correct order
- Posts flyers in designated areas
- Sorts and distributes incoming unit mail, placing it in the appropriate place/mailbox
- Maintains accurate logs and records
- Organizes and prioritizes various aspects of work
- Promptly and accurately enters and retrieves information through the Hospital Automated System
- Maintains unit Medical Records as outlined by institutional policies and procedures
- Tracks unit equipment loaned to other areas and monitors, orders, and arranges repairs for equipment and supplies
- Assists in patient room preparation, serving patient meals, transporting patients, and performing indirect patient care duties as needed
- Coordinates patient schedules with other hospital services/departments
- Supports continuous quality improvement activities at the unit, departmental, service, or hospital level
- Functions as an interdependent and supportive team member
- Participates in unit/departmental meetings/activities
- Participates in in-services and ongoing education programs
- Performs related duties as required
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