What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Unit Coordinator - Float Staff position at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority?
Work Schedule : 80% FTE, 32 hours per week. Shifts scheduled Monday - Friday between the hours of 3 : 00 pm - 11 : 30 pm. Rotating weekends are required. Hours may vary based on the needs of the clinic. Be part of something remarkable . Health unit coordinators play a key role on each unit, by providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients, families, and visitors. We are seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) to :
- Manage and facilitate the day-to-day operations of a unit.
- Answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, family members and other staff. You are often considered the backbone of the unit, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Utilize excellent communication and organizational skills to support patient care.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to coordinate all aspects of patient care including patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Use high level of attention to detail to maintain accurate electronic health records and perform other duties of a clerical nature. At UW Health, you will have :
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee / family well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. Education : Minimum - High School Diploma. Work Experience : Minimum - One (1) year of experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature. Preferred - One (1) year of experience in a medical environment. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability / veterans. University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
