Unit Coordinator| Orthopedic| MGH

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32 hrs. Days. ( 4 /8hrs shift , every other weekend and holiday)
** Job Summary
** Essential Functions (Key

Roles & Responsibilities )  
• Provides administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff in an inpatient unit, functioning as the liaison between the patient, visitors and the clinicians.

• Expected to effectively organize priorities, complete tasks on time and to manage confidential patient information.  
• Responsible for partnering with nursing to coordinate the day-to-day patient flow including communication to key players regarding patient admissions, discharges and transfers.

• Also expected to provide outstanding services for every customer interaction.

• Actual job duties may vary by department.

• Performs clerical and other duties to assist in the general administration of the floor or unit.  
• Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors and coworkers in person and via communication tools in a professional manner.  
• Receives, prioritizes, organizes and manages information at the central nursing station, and throughout the unit.  
• Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments.  
• Enters into electronic medical record accurate and timely information about admissions, discharges and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughout the unit.  
• Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services and supplies; tracks status and location; uses designated process for identifying and facilitating repairs.  
• May assist manager with payroll duties or scheduling of staff, or supervision of unit secretaries. Duties may vary by department  
• Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards   health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses.
** Qualifications
* *** JOB DESCRIPTION
**** QUALIFICATIONS
* ** High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
* Associate Degree Preferred
** Licenses/Certifications
*** Unit Coordinator Certification - National Association of Health Unit Coordinators, Inc. Preferred
** Work Experience
*** administrative support experience 2-3 years   required
** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

*** Proficiency with office procedures and equipment i.e. filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing.
* Proficiency in MS Office.
* Ability to proofread and edit written documents.
* Ability to use phone system.
* Managing one's own time and the time of others.
* Strong verbal & written communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal, written and oral skills.
* Ability to use standard office equipment.

Familiarity with medical terminology
** Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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