What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR (TELE - PT) 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.
FTE 0.6 - DAYS - 8 HOUR SHIFTS
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