Health Unit Coordinator Emergency Department, Nights
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Job Location:
Phoenix, NM - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) provides organizational receptionist and clerical support to patient care units and the health care team. These duties may include monitoring and ordering supplies promptly answering patient call lights and elevating patient needs to nursing staff and assisting the care team with managing orders in the electronic health record (EHR). Communicates effectively via a variety of modalities with patients visitors and facility staff and plays an integral role in communication across the continuum of care. Functions as a resource to members of the health care team and is familiar with multiple Mayo Clinic resources. The HUC activities complement the patient care delivery model. Carries out all aspects of the job using good judgment and problem-solving skills strong interpersonal skills and assumes responsibility for self-development within the role and participates in continuous improvement activities. Supports the healthcare team by anticipating and responding to team requests and patient needs.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required. Basic knowledge of computer systems and strong keyboarding skills (i.e. Windows-based applications LAN use and intranet/internet use) required.
- Successful completion of HUC post-secondary program or HUC Certification preferred.
- Minimum of one year working experience in a medical environment preferred.
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
- Preferred proficiency of computer skills.
- Working knowledge with EHR systems EPIC preferred.
- Outstanding customer service interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Adapts effectively to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting.
- Availability to work flexible hours including days evenings nights weekends and holidays.
ED HUC experience preferred but not required.
About Us
Specialists in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Mayo Clinic Phoenix treat a variety of life-threatening illnesses. We are a Magnet accredited hospital that is also a Comprehensive Stroke Center with the availability of a Cath Lab 24/7. Staffed by board-certified physicians registered nurses Emergency Medical Technicians dedicated ED pharmacists RN case managers and social workers and other specially trained staff that are accessible to treat anyone seeking emergency care.
Mayo Clinic Arizonas Emergency Department treats a growing number of patients each year. As the surrounding communities continue to expand the department is outfitted with advanced innovative patientcare equipment that empowers staff to deliver the highest quality of care.
56 bed emergency department equipped with:
- 4 major medical rooms
- 4 mental health rooms with garage doors for patient safety
- One highly infectious room
- Safe Baby Haven
- Large staff breakroom with attached patio
- Modern and clean design with natural light
The top 5 reasons why working as Emergency Department Staff at Mayo Clinic is transformative:
- Opportunities for professional growth. We promote the professional and personal growth of all our nurses. We are committed to offering a variety of professional development opportunities to help our staff advance their careers and obtain their future goals along with the benefit of an expansive Career Investment Program.
- A strong teamwork mentality. Our team provides care to a wide variety of complex acute illnesses. We dont expect you to know it all or to do this on your own but we value a strong skilled team of staff who support and depend on each other with respectful and trusting relationships.
- Support and resources to be able to deliver excellent patient care to your patients. As an ED staff member you are given the tools to provide care to acutely ill patients that you want to give and that they deserve. Emergency medicine can be very fast paced but we value thorough timely and safe care to all of our patients.
- Value diversity and equity. We respect different experiences and styles from all our staff that empowers each others voices and promote advocacy. Our department is a safe space for our employees for acceptance of others from many diverse backgrounds.
- High standards for a safe workplace. Emergency Departments are unpredictable. We are committed to a culture of safety for all of our staff. We are equipped with the skills staff and resources to ensure a safe working environment for not only us but also our patients with a zero-tolerance policy for workplace violence.
Come join the #1 Hospital in Arizona!
To learn more about the ED from staff members please watch this video:
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Employee Relations
- Typing
- Patient Care
- Clerical Experience
- HIPAA
- Computer Skills
- EMT Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Transcription
- Epic
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
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