Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) 6104 Med/Surg - Days (PRN)

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Unit Manager the Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) performs secretarial and receptionist duties associated with the patient care unit while serving as a focal communication source at the nursing station. The HUC maintains patient records, transcribes physician orders, assist in coordination of patient location, and maintains order at the nursing station.

Job Specific:

• Acts as receptionist by greeting staff, ancillary services, physicians, and the public and offers assistance as appropriate. (EF)
• Answers telephone and patient intercom promptly and courteously conveys messages accurately and appropriately in a timely manner.(EF)
• Transcribes physician orders in timely manner, assuring accuracy and compliance with current policies and procedures. (EF)
• Maintains charts with adequate forms; verifying all are labeled correctly and contain correct patient information prior to placing in the chart. (EF)
• Orders supplies/forms based on unit needs in a cost effective manner. (EF)
• Facilitates admissions, transfers, and discharges according to charge nurse, physician, and discharge planner instructions. (EF)
• Handles patient medical information with emphasis on patient rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance. (EF)
• Maintains cleanliness and order at the nursing station. (EF)
• Facilitates maintenance of equipment by completing maintenance requests. (EF)
• Demonstrates Service Excellence Initiatives by presenting a positive first impression; anticipates customer needs, and is actively involved in role of Team Player(EF)
• Complies with Employee Health requirements for employment(EF)
• Follows universal precautions. (EF)
• Works in manner that promotes safety, adhering to dress code policy. (EF)
• Knows role in emergency situations and reports unsafe practices to management. (EF)

Hospital:

• Adheres to organization-wide and other applicable policies and procedures.
• Day-to-day performance complies with the hospital’s Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations.
• Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital’s Ethics, Compliance, and Confidentiality Program guidelines.
• Performs within his/her professional Scope of Practice at all times.

Other Duties As Assigned:

• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.