About this role
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 100% FTE day/evening shift. Schedules would be a mix of 8 and 12-hour day and evening shifts. Weekend and Holiday rotations required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Be part of something remarkable.
Health unit coordinator’s play a key role on each unit, by providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients, families, and visitors.
We are seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) to:
- Manage and facilitate the day-to-day operations of a unit.
- Answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, family members and other staff. You are often considered the backbone of the unit, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Utilize excellent communication and organizational skills to support patient care.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to coordinate all aspects of patient care including patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Use high level of attention to detail to maintain accurate electronic health records and perform other duties of a clerical nature.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- High School Diploma Required
- 1 year of experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature Required
- 1 year of experience in a medical environment Preferred
American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.
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About UW Health
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is a 471-bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States. Frequently cited in publications listing the nation's best health care providers, UW Hospital and Clinics is recognized as a national leader in fields such as cancer treatment, pediatrics, ophthalmology, surgical specialties and organ transplantation.
What you'll do
- The Health Unit Coordinator manages day-to-day operations of the unit, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning. They provide support to patients, families, and staff while maintaining accurate electronic health records.
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