MEDICINE UNIT COORDINATOR - BWH

Administrative Support Specialist

Summary Provides administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff in an inpatient unit, functioning as the liaison between the patient, visitors and the clinicians. Expected to effectively organize priorities, complete tasks on time and to manage confidential patient information. Responsible for partnering with nursing to coordinate the day-to-day patient flow including communication to key players regarding patient admissions, discharges and transfers. Also expected to provide outstanding services for every customer interaction. Actual job duties may vary by department.

Qualifications : Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No. Licenses and Credentials Certified Health Unit Coordinator - National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC) preferred. Experience Administrative support experience 2-3 years required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Proficiency with office procedures and equipment i.e. filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing. Proficiency in MS Office. Ability to proofread and edit written documents. Ability to use phone system. Managing one's own time and the time of others. Strong verbal & written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, written and oral skills. Ability to use standard office equipment. Familiarity with medical terminology.

Physical Requirements : Standing Occasionally (3-33%). Walking Occasionally (3-33%). Sitting Constantly (67-100%). Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs. Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs. Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%). Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%). Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%). Balancing Occasionally (3-33%). Stooped Occasionally (3-33%). Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%). Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%). Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%). Reaching Occasionally (3-33%). Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%). Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%). Feeling Constantly (67-100%). Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%). Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%). Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%). Talking Constantly (67-100%). Hearing Constantly (67-100%).

Remote Type : Onsite. Work Location : 75 Francis Street. Scheduled Weekly Hours : 36. Employee Type : Regular. Work Shift : Day (United States of America). Pay Range : $18.22 - $26.06 / Hourly. Grade : 3.

EEO Statement : The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.