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| Job ID: 13995545 |
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| How to Apply: | To see employer contact information, log in or register. |
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| Job Title: | Health Unit Coordinator |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | 401(k) or other retirement, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Holidays, Sick Leave or PTO, Vacation or PTO |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | High School Diploma/GED |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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| Required Skills: | Please see the job description for information about required job skills. |
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| Job Description: |
Job Summary:
The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) is responsible for the overall management and daily operation of the support functions for the patient care unit. This includes assisting with the admission, transfer, and discharge of inpatients, emergency room patients, and outpatients. This is a casual, temporary position.
Education, Training or Degree Required: (indicate preferred or required)
High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
License/Registration/Certification Required: (will be primary source verified by HR)
No license, registration or certification required.
Accountability for All Employees:
Adheres to the Olivia Hospital & Clinic Employee and HealthPartners Values.
Maintains confidentiality of the organization and patients.
Reports any health/medical errors.
Observes all Environment of Care policies and reports safety risks or hazards immediately.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: (indicate preferred or required)
6+ months of related experience in a medical setting (preferred)
Basic computer and keyboarding skills
Knowledge of medical terminology
Verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills
Customer service skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to work independently
Ability to problem solve and reach/implement reasonable solutions
Ability to handle multiple tasks at a time
Ability to prioritize and take direction in times of high activity and stress
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Assists with the admission, transfer and discharge of inpatients, emergency room patients, and outpatients.
Operates switchboard to answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages, or scheduling appointments.
Participates in the patient admission process and appropriate chart completion.
Obtains necessary signatures on admission forms, Medicare forms, etc.
Verifies insurance and manages pre authorizations as appropriate
Completes census sheets and communicates with Revenue Cycle regarding patient admissions.
Responsible for assembling and disassembling of charts per facility standard.
Accurately verifies all demographic and benefit information through previous registration, direct contact and/or language translation line.
Assists with transfer paperwork as requested.
Prints patient Medication Administration Records after approved by licensed staff.
Functions as the after-hours receptionist/switchboard operator receiving, transferring, and taking messages.
Monitors and analyzes/audits patient charts for deficient information such as medical record number, Medicare letters, and physician' or nurse's signatures.
Maintains privacy and confidentiality regarding patients, staff, and all pertinent information (HIPAA).
Additional duties as assigned.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Refer to ID 78762455 when applying |
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