Health Unit Coordinator

The Health Unit Coordinator supports the mission of providing quality healthcare to the patients of WhidbeyHealth by ensuring the efficient flow of communication and coordination of the non-clinical operations of the patient care area they are assigned to. The Health Unit Coordinator is an essential part of the patient care team and may be responsible for maintaining and organizing patient records, monitoring telemetry units, answering incoming calls and inquiries to the department, and working in tandem with other healthcare professionals on the unit to ensure the delivery of quality patient care. In addition the Health Unit Coordinator is expected to demonstrate professional behavior, display appropriate conduct and show consideration, respect and patience towards all patients, families, and other staff members. **Weekend Duty / Holiday Rotation**
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Qualified candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge of medical terminology as applicable to the position. Candidates must have the ability to be highly organized and multi-task at various works stations or settings, remain calm and cooperative in a stressful work environment and respond appropriately in emergency situations. Two (2) years of related experience required which could include medical front office experience, or prior experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant. All Health Unit Coordinators hired for In-Patient Nursing are required to obtain telemetry monitoring certification within 90 days of hire. High school diploma or equivalent required, additional coursework in telemetry monitoring strongly preferred.
Note: Candidates hired for the Emergency Dept will start as Health Unit Coordinator I and candidates hired for Inpatient Nursing will start as Health Unit Coordinator II.