What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR position at American Advanced Management, Inc?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides clerical and receptionist duties in the nursing unit, utilizing exemplary computer and communications skills. Transcribes provider orders. Watches telemetry monitors, alerting nursing staff to alarms and changes. Receives, greets and interacts with all Dameron customers promoting a positive collaborative atmosphere. Must be able to perform supportive duties to facilitate nursing operations and patient satisfaction within the medical-surgical and telemetry units subject to reasonable accommodations. This is a union position.
Qualifications:
Education:
High school graduate or equivalent required, AA or BA or BS degree preferred medical terminology, symbols and abbreviation course, or proof of competency.
Experience:
- Previous Unit Clerk experience preferred
- Minimum of one year of hands-on experience directly related to customer services.
- Must have computer skills and have experience with data entry and order entry programs.
- Must have good organizational skills and the ability to detect and avoid errors.
- Must be able to type and use a computer keyboard efficiently and effectively.
Licenses/Certificates:
Current BLS Certification through AHA required
National Association certification (NAHUC) preferred
Competency Requirement:
Arrhythmia Recognition - proof of current competency upon hire/transfer
Salary : $24 - $30