Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and organized Health Unit Coordinator to join our team. As a Health Unit Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our healthcare facility. Your responsibilities will include managing administrative tasks, coordinating patient care, and maintaining accurate medical records. Coordinates and schedules residents for Health Drive appointments according to procedure and regulation. Coordinates and schedules residents with the appropriate Physician for nursing home rounds according to procedure and regulation.Willingness to train new employees in a pleasant and respectable manner, including all general orientation to all new hires.

Responsibilities:

-Coordinates and schedules residents for Health Drive appointments according to procedure and regulation.

- Coordinates and schedules residents with the appropriate Physician for nursing home rounds according to procedure and regulation.

-Upon admission, re-admission, discharge, room change, will maintain an updated health drive list, bath/shower list, Nursing/CNA report sheets, Physician list, order list, Nursing assessment list.

- Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and manage patient inquiries

-Coordinates and schedules residents with the appropriate Physician for nursing home rounds

- Assists and escorts residents for appointments such as at the beauty shop, activities, and doctor appointments.

-Completes daily census and reports. Serves as EHR backup

- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations

-Maintain an updated nursing staff schedule, including but not limited to, monitor hours for payroll, punch variance forms, PTO requests, call-ins

- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to facilitate patient care

Skills:

- Previous experience as a medical receptionist or dental receptionist is highly preferred

- Proficiency in using electronic health record systems (such as Dentrix or eClinicalWorks)

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

- Knowledge of medical scheduling and recordkeeping processes

- Familiarity with front desk operations in a healthcare setting

- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality

-Monitors open positions and keeps DON and NHA informed for coverage and advertising.

Joining our team as a Health Unit Coordinator offers the following benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience

- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays

If you are a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills and a passion for providing exceptional patient care, we invite you to apply for the position of Health Unit Coordinator/Scheduler.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person