Health Unit Coordinator - Acute Rehab

Health Unit Coordinator

The Health Unit Coordinator is the primary receptionist and concierge for the unit. This role builds the "first impression" guests (patients or visitors) experience during their stay from the welcome and greeting; through the check in and checkout process. During the guest's stay this position interacts closely with patients, families, physicians and the multidisciplinary team in a highly organized and professional manner. Ensures the outstanding patient experience is achieved by displaying effective customer service, problem solving and communication skills in a friendly, thoughtful and empathetic manner. Performs a variety of clerical functions including : managing patient charts, coordination of data flow and sharing of general hospital information / directions.

Coordinates activities of nursing station to support patient care staff.

Orders and maintains adequate stock of office supplies.

Performs telephone message taking and directs communication in a timely fashion.

Optimally uses communication systems for both routine and emergency transactions.

Orders patient meals per patient procedure daily.

Answers patient intercoms / call light promptly and relays patient requests in a timely manner.

Maintains unit information sources such as daily census sheets, brain-boards, diet sheets, and schedules in a confidential manner.

Interacts with other health care time members, patients and public in a prompt and friendly manner.

Maintains order and cleanliness on within the nursing station desk and supply areas.

Works collaboratively with charge nurse to coordinate scheduling of tests, lab work and other department procedures.

Collaborates with all nursing staff team members.

Uses time efficiently and actively participates in productivity of department.

Demonstrates Dedication to Customers.

Is aware of different customer needs / desires.

Takes action to meet customer needs / desires with respect to customer diversity.

Helps improve processes to meet customer needs.

Suggests and acts on ideas to improve overall customer service.

Respects confidentiality and shares information with only those that need to know.

Required Qualifications :

Previous Health Unit Coordinator, Nursing Assistant, or Nursing Station Technician experience or completed technical, college or internal Fairview HUC program, or equivalent and related experience.

Communication skills such as clear speech, ability to read, legible handwriting, and basic computer skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations, and hospital procedures is preferred.

1 year of customer service.

Benefit Overview :

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO / vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information.

Compensation Disclaimer :

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement :

EEO / Vet / Disabled : All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.