What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Unit Coordinator - Cardiac/Nephrology - Full-time - Days position at Regional Health Services of Howard County?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
12 Hour Day Shift
Description
Position Purpose
Performs clerical duties that support the daily activities of nursing units. Works cooperatively with the nursing staff and other health team members to enhance quality patient care and patient satisfaction.
What you will Do
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:
MercyOne Medical Group - Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Full time
Shift
12 Hour Day Shift
Description
Position Purpose
Performs clerical duties that support the daily activities of nursing units. Works cooperatively with the nursing staff and other health team members to enhance quality patient care and patient satisfaction.
What you will Do
- Acts as receptionist and assists in-patient care delivery when appropriate: Answers telephone calls promptly and politely and answers questions as appropriate.
- Prepares and maintains patient charts: Maintains enough chart supplies and assembles new patient charts and when appropriate prepares in advance.
- Schedules treatments, procedures, and tests, and arranges for patient transport.
- Maintains and distributes unit supplies and materials.
- Types legal documents, including birth certificates, fetal death certificates, summary sheets and paternity affidavits.
- Performs admission, discharge, transfer functions in Capacity Management
- HUC Charge Poster: Compiles ADT listing and charge sheets, etc.
- 9 FTE; 72 hours per pay period; typically works 12-hour shifts (7:00am-7:00pm); Will include a weekend and holiday rotation.
- High School diploma or GED
- Medical Secretary, Medical Administrative Secretary, or Medical Assistant degree preferred.
- Without Medical Secretary, prefer 3 years' experience in a medical office/hospital setting.
- High language, intermediate math, intermediate reasoning ability.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Typing with knowledge of medical terminology
- BLS required if working in ED; Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire if working in ED or Mental Health Unit
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
- Wellness programs
- Personalized health, dental & vision insurance plans
- Paid time off
- Long- and short-term leave
- Retirement planning
- Life insurance coverage
MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:
- MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
- MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
- MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
MercyOne Medical Group - Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
