Unit Coordinator - PACU / 12pm-8:30pm

Unit Coordinator for PACU

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We are seeking an experienced administrative profession for a highly visible role within our prestigious Post Anesthesia Care Units (PACU) at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) as a Unit Coordinator.

The PACU at MGH is comprised of 6 individual critical care areas dedicated to the care of adult and pediatric patients preceding and immediately following surgery and/or procedures requiring anesthesia. The unit operates 24 hours per day with Anesthesia and Nurse Practitioner medical coverage.

What we have to offer:

• Work/Life: Weekly Salary, paid training, discount MBTA and market-leading shift differential for candidates seeking a balance to thrive professionally and personally.
• Growth: Career and skills development programs available, as well as an opportunity to work in medicine, or to start a career in medical administration.
• Award Winning: #1 Best Regional Hospital and “America’s Best Hospital” in Boston, Massachusetts from U.S. News Best Hospitals for 2023-2024
• Employee-centric: As the #1 employer in Massachusetts, our full benefits, perks, retirement programs are industry-leading and centered around your importance to this field.

As a Unit Coordinator, you will . . .

• Play a critical role in patient care by serving as the central source of information by communicating with patients, families and medical staff.
• Transcribe medical charts for patients to ensure that the medical treatments and procedures are carried out and order supplies for the unit.
• Acts as the central contact person for the nursing unit; performs transcription, clerical and reception duties; and will become an expert user in Epic.
• Work under the direction of the Nurse Manager or designee to coordinate the non-nursing/non-clinical activities essential to the effective functioning of the nursing unit.
• Requires a high degree of accuracy and strong communications skills.

What we are looking for in a Unit Coordinator. . .

• High School Diploma or GED; Associate Degree preferred
• Medical or health care experience desirable, but willing to train otherwise qualified candidates
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new systems and procedures
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to interact with diverse groups of patients, staff and providers
• Demonstrated ability to solve basic patient and practice problems