Health Unit Coordinator Cardiac Care

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: January 03, 2025 Department: 34003253 3300 3400 Cardiac Medicine Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 8/12 combo shift Hours Per Week: 32 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: Every 4th Job Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: .8 FTE (64-hours per 2-week schedule) 8/12-hour day/evening shifts Every 4th weekend rotation Job Description: Assists with coordination of care of patients in conjunction with the nursing staff, providers and the multidisciplinary team. In addition, assists with clerical duties including patient admissions, transfers, discharge and patient registration. Principle Responsibilities Performs clerical duties. Completes patient admission, transfer and discharge. Communicates patient care needs to nursing staff: patient requests for assistance in activities of daily living. Performs accurate and timely processing of physician orders. Utilizes proper resources to ensure accurate accommodation codes are entered and patient billing charges are entered correctly. Performs filings, mail and email distributions, copies, scanning and faxing functions per unit protocol. Facilitates exchange of information to appropriate personnel, department or outside agency. Enter patient and caregiver information into Electronic Medical Record system. May order, validate and store supplies and patient education materials. Assembles and organizes patient charts when applicable. Answers phone and call lights in a timely manner, forwarding calls or information to the appropriate staff. May need to print Release of Information (ROI) packet for discharge to nursing home or other facilities. May need to check unit keys and cards out to float staff and assure they are returned at the end of the shift. Patient Registration. Review and explain authorization forms with patient and obtain signatures if applicable. Direct patients to point of care. Schedules procedures/appointments as needed. May need to room patients. Other Duties may be applicable per unit needs. May need to help with facilitating the monitoring of telemetry. May be required to maintain a presence at the front desk for patient and family support and check-in. May support and train new and existing staff and students. May need to transport unopened containers of non-controlled medications from pneumatic tube station or pharmacy and give to the primary Registered Nurse (RN) or designated storage location. May need to present Medicare second notice of notification of identified patients for signature. May need to retrieve patient history and physical information. Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees. Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description 2 or more years of experience in a medical office or hospital setting preferred if not certified as a Health Unit Coordinator Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED 2 or more years of experience with windows based applications and keyboarding skills Licenses/Certifications Health Unit Coordinator Graduate of a Technical Institute Health Unit Coordinator program preferred Medical Terminology preferred Physical Demands Light Work: Lifting weightUp to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently Pay Range Pay Range: $20.32 to $27.68 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events. Benefits include: Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Paid Caregiver Leave Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union. People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90 clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000 employees – your career opportunities are limitless! Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish Application Instructions: External Candidates: Click “Apply” to start your application. You will need to either create an account or sign into your account to submit an application. Employees: If you are a current Allina Health employee, you must sign into Workday and apply through Find Jobs to ensure that you are identified as an internal candidate.

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