Health Unit Coordinator; HUC; FMC Postpartum (.FTE Job Kirkland area,Washington USA,Healthcare

Wage Range: $26.75 - $41.06 per hour

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Job Summary:

As the first point of contact for many families and visitors, the Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) plays an important role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment within the FMC Postpartum team. The HUC coordinates clerical and reception functions, facilitates communication among the care team, and helps ensure smooth daily operations in support of our smallest patients and their families.

Primary Duties:

Provides customer service to patients, families, and the cross-functional team.

Facilitates communications - scheduling, coverage of telephones and nurse call systems.

Maintains patient records, CPOE and unit census records on a daily basis.

Coordinates admissions, transfers and discharges to the Charge Nurse and appropriate departments.

Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or

Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

High School graduation or equivalent.
Must possess excellent communication skills to efficiently communicate and process information regarding patients.

DESIRED for the position:

One (1) year of related experience in a similar setting.
Completion of a medical terminology course and/or a Health Unit Coordinator course.

Benefit Information:

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At Evergreen Health, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

Medical, vision and dental insurance
On-demand virtual health care
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life and disability insurance
Retirement plans 457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Paid Time Off/Vacation
Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
Paid holidays
Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary identity theft protection
Voluntary legal insurance
Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
Free parking
Commuter benefits
Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

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Kirkland Employee Benefits | Kirkland, WA | Evergreen Health
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Evergreen Health and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare 1199NW. Union Membership is optional.