Emergency Dept Unit Coordinator

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Department: Emergency Room

Shift/schedule: Full Time (36 hrs/wk), Night Shift

GENERAL SUMMARY

Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager and Registered Nurse. The Unit Coordinator's primary job function is to perform clerical duties associated with preparing, compiling, and maintaining patients' records in the Emergency Department.  Coordinates functions for the Transfer Center. May be required to work on other nursing units. Supports each strategic value by providing exceptional care to those we serve. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required


• Ability to read, write, and speak English required


• Working knowledge of medical terminology required

Licensure:

• None

Experience:

• Six months of healthcare related experience preferred.

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. 

1. Transcribes and processes physicians' orders.


2. Orders tests, treatments, medications, and supplies.


3. Maintains patents' records.


4. Functions as a communications source for the nursing unit.


5. Records data, reports, and enters patient charges and other information.


6. Welcomes and greets those coming on the unit.


7. Uses telephone etiquette following the SOMC's Code of Conduct.


8. Performs Transfer Center coordination.


9. Performs daily PICIS checks


10. Wears Vocera Badge for CareView Monitoring and communication with nursing staff.


11. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You

At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis


• Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility


• Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage*


• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts*


• Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday


• Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days


• Life insurance and disability coverage*


• Tuition and certification assistance


• Club LC - discounted/free gym membership


• Employee discount and payroll deduct programs


• And many other benefit offerings!

*Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees

Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked. Offerings are subject to change and governed by SOMC's current plan documents and policies. Specific details will be reviewed upon hire as part of the onboarding process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law. A full job description is available upon request.

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Southern Ohio Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other basis under the law.