Health Unit Coordinator - Hematology, Oncology & BMT - 10% FTE - University Hospital (10829) at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Health Unit Coordinator to:

• 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.


• Maintain control and order under stressful conditions and periods of high unit activity, while utilizing effective and respectful communication with patients, families, and the health care team.

Education:
Minimum - High School Diploma.

Work Experience:
Minimum - One (1) year of experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature.
Preferred - One (1) year of experience in a medical environment.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Demonstrate effective and respectful communication with patients, families and the healthcare team, using excellent interpersonal skills.


• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.


• Ability to quickly and appropriately prioritize tasks and manage interruptions.


• Ability to multi-task with multiple requests being asked at once.


• Complete work timely and accurately.


• Work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.


• Demonstrate exemplary telephone etiquette.


• Possess accurate keyboarding skills.

Physical Requirements:
Light: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.​  Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, women, and LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/vets.

Work Schedule:
This is a part-time, temporary, 12 months, 4 hours per week position scheduled to work day/evening shifts, Monday through Friday between 6:00 am to 10:30 pm. Saturdays and Sundays between 7:00 am and 7:30 pm. Weekends and holiday shifts could be required. Hours may vary based on the needs of the department.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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