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Unit Coordinator-Adult Psych

Beth Israel Lahey Health
Posted a month ago, valid for 9 days
Location

Newburyport, MA, US

Salary

$19.5 - $26.24 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The position of Unit Coordinator at BILH involves processing and maintaining patient records from admission through discharge.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • The pay range for this role is between $19.50 and $26.24 per hour, with actual compensation determined by various factors such as experience and education.
  • Responsibilities include maintaining statistical data, ordering office supplies, and ensuring patient safety by reporting issues and educating patients.
  • The role also requires adherence to hospital policies regarding attendance and punctuality, along with the ability to guide and support new staff.

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

UNIT COORDINATOR

Job Description:

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Processes and maintains the patient record, admission through discharge. 
  • Maintains statistical data if applicable. 
  • Assumes responsibility to complete all paperwork as designated by the charge nurse or Director. 
  • Responsible for ordering appropriate amounts of office supplies for use on the floor in conjunction with the Director. 
  • Demonstrates effective organizational skills by prioritizing and completing assignments within the shift. 
  • Monitors charging system for floor and functions appropriately. 
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritize by providing prompt and accurate follow through. 
  • Transcribes medication orders as nursing policies dictate. 
  • Legibly transcribes all pertinent information. 
  • Promptly answers the telephone identifying self and the department. 
  • Presents department and self in a positive manner to patients, visitors and other employees. 
  • Maintains confidentiality of department and patient information at all times. 
  • Records and relays messages to appropriate individuals. 
  • Assists in orientation of new unit coordinators and staff to the clerical aspects of the unit. 
  • Meets professional accountability regarding individual professional growth and development, customer relations, confidentiality, participation in hospital/unit based committees, follows hospital policies, participates in Quality processes both organizational and unit based, and time and attendance. 
  • Other Duties as Assigned 
  • Completes other duties as assigned 
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
 
PATIENT SAFETY 
Incorporates Patient Safety Goals in daily work and identifies and reports safety issues to supervisor, Patient Safety Hotline, and/or through the incident reporting process. Supports a culture of patient safety by educating patients and families on the care they are receiving, encouraging them to voice their concerns and informs them how to report related issues. 
ATTENDANCE & PUNCTUALITY 
Adheres to the hospital's policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. 
Provides adequate notice when calling out sick and requesting time off 
Arrives and departs from work at appropriate time. 
LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES 
At times and when directed, may provide guidance and support to others while acting as a resource, trainer and/or preceptor. 
JOB REQUIREMENTS 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individual to perform the essential functions. 
Communication 
Must possess verbal and written skills to communicate effectively and courteously with a diverse group of professional and non-professional members of the health care team, patients and family/significant others. Typing/computer 
Minimum Education 
High School Diploma or Equivalency 

 

 

Pay Range:

$19.50 - $26.24

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.  Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

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