Health Unit Coordinator

Job Description

About Company

Essentia Health is a healthcare provider committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and work-life balance of its employees. The Job Location for this specific position is Essentia Deer River Hospital. Essentia Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Options to fit individual needs
• A 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Investment in professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
• Flexible scheduling
• Generous time off
• Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health

Benefit eligibility may vary, and for full details, candidates are advised to refer to the benefit summary or contact the HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

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Job Description

This position is focused on managing the non-nursing functions within assigned unit(s) to ensure smooth operations and high-quality service.

Core Responsibilities & Objectives:
• Planning, organizing, and implementing all non-nursing activities on assigned unit(s).
• Facilitating workflow and enhancing unit productivity.
• Providing excellent customer service to patients, families, visitors, and staff.
• Promoting efficient unit function and contributing to indirect resident care.

Key Duties include:
• Performing clerical and reception duties.
• Requisitioning supplies, equipment, and services as directed.
• Assisting with scheduling.
• Potentially being assigned to observe telemetry monitors, and notifying the patient’s caregiver of any changes observed.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience or training in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Prior experience as a health unit coordinator, medical secretary, or medical receptionist is highly preferred.

Education & Certifications:
• Education: No specific educational requirement is stated for this position.
• Licensure/Certification: For the West Market, specifically the Fosston location only, current CPR (BLS) certification is required, or must be obtained within 3 months of hire and maintained thereafter. *Note: While the job is in Deer River, this specific requirement is listed under the general licensure/certification qualifications.•
Work Environment & Schedule:
• Job Location: Essentia Deer River Hospital.
• Shift Rotation: Day Rotation.
• Shift Start/End: Variable.
• Hours Per Pay Period: 48 hours.
• Union Affiliation: Deer River SEIU (DRH SEIU).
• FTE: 0.6 (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Weekends: Rotation required.