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Health Unit Coordinator - Nights
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Location

Milwaukee

Type

part-time

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About this role

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the health unit coordinator (HUC) provides clerical and receptionist support for patient care areas. Facilitates communication that supports patient care. Demonstrates effective behaviors as outlined in the organization-wide core competencies.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • High School diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or equivalent experience required.

  • Previous clerical experience required.   Completion of a health unit coordinator program or other healthcare office experience preferred.       

  • Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

  • Knowledge of computer and keyboard, Microsoft Window and basic word processing skills and willingness to learn more technology as the need arises.

  • Customer service and interpersonal skills necessary to gather and share information with physicians, patients, visitors, families, and team members in a courteous and confidential manner increasing patient satisfaction.  

  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and prioritizing skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks done simultaneously.

  • Ability to sit for periods of time and walk when assisting with errands, to carry supplies, move equipment on wheels, and to transport patients in wheelchairs and cribs.

Surgical-Medical Pediatric Critical Care- W4

Surgical-Medical Pediatric Critical Care Unit is a 44-bed multispecialty intensive care unit. Nursing staff here care for the immediate postoperative needs of patients requiring intensive airway management and physiologic monitoring such as those recovering from neuro-surgical procedures, trauma, solid organ transplant, and other surgical procedures. Due to the nature of the patients cared for on this unit, there is a high volume of admission, discharge and transfer activity. Patient population on this unit may also include respiratory illness, sepsis, or be a bone marrow transplant or oncology patient requiring an intensive level of medical and nursing management.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

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Tech stack
Clerical Support,Receptionist Support,Communication,Customer Service,Interpersonal Skills,Organizational Skills,Analytical Skills,Prioritizing Skills,Medical Terminology,Microsoft Windows,Word Processing,Technology Adaptability,Patient Transport,Team Collaboration,Confidentiality,Fast-Paced Environment

About Children's Wisconsin

Children’s Wisconsin is the region’s only independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We offer a wide range of care and support for children of all ages. Our services include medical care, dental care, child and family counseling, foster care, adoption, social services, child advocacy and injury prevention.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1894

What you'll do

  • The Health Unit Coordinator provides clerical and receptionist support for patient care areas and facilitates communication that supports patient care. They are responsible for demonstrating effective behaviors as outlined in the organization-wide core competencies.

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What does a Health Unit Coordinator - Nights do at Children's Wisconsin?

As a Health Unit Coordinator - Nights at Children's Wisconsin, you will: the Health Unit Coordinator provides clerical and receptionist support for patient care areas and facilitates communication that supports patient care. They are responsible for demonstrating effective behaviors as outlined in the organization-wide core competencies..

Why join Children's Wisconsin as a Health Unit Coordinator - Nights?

Children's Wisconsin is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

Is the Health Unit Coordinator - Nights position at Children's Wisconsin remote?

The Health Unit Coordinator - Nights position at Children's Wisconsin is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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