Health Unit Coordinator, Thoracic-B4/3

Company: UW Health
Location: Madison
Posted on: March 20, 2025

Job Description:

Work Schedule:
Part-time, 60% FTE day/evening shift. Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:00am - 11:30pm, weekend and holiday rotation required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Be part of something remarkable.
Health unit coordinator's play a key role on each unit, by providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients, families, and visitors.
We are seeking a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) to:

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• Manage and facilitate the day-to-day operations of a unit.
  
• Answer phones, organize files, order supplies, handle correspondence, manage databases, and provide general support to patients, family members and other staff. You are often considered the backbone of the unit, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
  
• 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.
  
  At UW Health, you will have:
  
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  • An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
    
  • Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
    
  • Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
    
  • Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
    
    
    Qualifications
    
    
    
    
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    • High School Diploma Required
      
      
      
      Work Experience
      
      
      
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      • 1 year of experience in a medical or customer service environment or experience of a similar nature Required
        
      • 1 year of experience in a medical environment Preferred
        
        
        
        
        Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
        
        
        UW Health is committed to being a diverse, 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, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
        
        
        in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        

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