Unit Coordinator | Transplant | MGH

Join to apply for the Unit Coordinator | Transplant | MGH role at Mass General Brigham Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Why This Role Is Important? Under the direction of the Nursing Director, the Unit Coordinator (UC) assists the multi-disciplinary health care team in support functions to promote a safe, efficient care environment. Blake 6 Transplant is seeking a 32‑hour UC to work primarily days, but with the expectation to rotate to the off shifts based on the needs of the unit. Skills The UC greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers in a professional manner. They receive, prioritize, organize, and manage information at the nursing station and throughout the unit. They facilitate effective communication both directly and through the utilization of communication tools – including telephone, paging, patient call system, fax, computer, and, using handheld devices, maintaining patient confidentiality. They accurately enter admissions, discharges, and transfer information into the electronic medical record to facilitate efficient patient throughput. They maintain patient records for ready access and follow hospital standards. They successfully monitor and resolve fax machine issues for incoming/outgoing transmissions. Schedule Tuesday 7‑3:30 (8) | Thursday 7a‑7:30p (12) | Friday 7a‑7:30p (12); every other weekend would be Sun (12) | Tu (8) | Sa (12) What do we have to offer? Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.Full comprehensive benefits packet, inclusive of travel discounts, MBTA subsidy and health savings.Employee perks, weekly pay, and retirement package. Job Summary Provides administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff in an inpatient unit, functioning as the liaison between the patient, visitors and the clinicians. Expected to effectively organize priorities, complete tasks on time and to manage confidential patient information. Responsible for partnering with nursing to coordinate the day-to-day patient flow including communication to key players regarding patient admissions, discharges and transfers. Also expected to provide outstanding services for every customer interaction. Actual job duties may vary by department. Essential Functions Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors and coworkers in person and via communication tools in a professional manner.Receives, prioritizes, organizes and manages information at the central nursing station, and throughout the unit.Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments.Enters into electronic medical record accurate and timely information about admissions, discharges and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput.Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services and supplies; tracks status and location; uses designated process for identifying and facilitating repairs.May assist manager with payroll duties or scheduling of staff, or supervision of unit secretaries. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree related field of study preferred. Experience in lieu of a degree is not accepted. Licenses & Credentials: Unit Coordinator Certification – National Association of Health Unit Coordinators, Inc. preferred. Experience: Administrative support experience 2‑3 years required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Proficiency with office procedures and equipment (filing, copying, scanning, printing, and faxing).Proficiency in MS Office.Ability to proofread and edit written documents.Ability to use phone system.Managing one's own time and the time of others.Strong verbal & written communication skills.Strong interpersonal, written and oral skills.Ability to use standard office equipment.Familiarity with medical terminology. Additional Job Details Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 273 Charles Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range: $18.22 - $26.06/Hourly Grade: 3 EEO Statement The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. #J-18808-Ljbffr