Unit Coordinator (Sacramento) - Sacramento and Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospitals : Job Details

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POSITION TITLE:

Unit Coordinator

REPORTS TO (TITLE):

Chief Nursing Officer

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Unit Coordinator is responsible for clerical functions of the nursing unit. The person in this position serves as a resource for patients, physicians, and staff who may approach the nursing station. A critical function of this position is to coordinate the flow of information and activities supporting the delivery of safe, quality patient care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients, including all forms labeled, in the correct chart and section of the chart.
• Schedule logistical needs for patients, including medical tests, appointments, and transportation.
• Complete legal reports and submit to relevant agencies as required, such as gun prohibition forms and rights denial reports.
• Serve as a point of contact for inquiries; direct inquiries appropriately for timely resolution.
• Monitor and update the legal status board to track required documentation for patients on legal hold.
• Enter ordered patient lab work in the lab book; collect results promptly and forward reports to licensed staff for review and action.
• Perform clerical duties related to updating and organizing information on nursing units.
• Participate in activities that promote professional growth and development.
• Uphold the organization's ethics and customer service standards.
• Perform related duties as requested.
• Organize files, correspondence, records, and follow up on pending matters.

Requirements

Position Requirements:

Knowledge and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPI certification (or obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Current BLS certification (or obtained within 30 days of hire).
• One year experience in a clerical support role, preferably in an inpatient hospital or similar environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Experience in roles requiring independent thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in healthcare, especially inpatient psychiatric settings, preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.
• Willingness to interact with persons from diverse social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.

Physical Requirements:

While performing duties, frequently required to:

• Use office equipment, input and retrieve information from a computer, and perform repetitive actions.
• Communicate effectively in person or via telephone.
• Follow instructions and perform complex mental and arithmetic functions.
• See details at close range.
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Reach in various directions.
• Sit or stand for extended periods and move around the work area.
• Lift up to 20 pounds.

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, Dental
• 401(k)
• 3.5 Weeks Paid Time Off
• $25,000 Life insurance policy at no charge

Pay Range: $21.00 - $28.24

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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