Health Unit Coordinator-Observation Unit-Per Diem-Capitol Hill
Primary Location Seattle, Washington
Worker Location Onsite
Job Number 1307859 Date posted 10/18/2024
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Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK AT LEAST 3 SHIFTS PER MONTH, 1 SHIFT INCLUDING A WEEKEND
Job Summary:
The HUC supports the clinical staff in the ED/UC by performing clerical duties and indirect patient care within the ED/UC department.
The HUC coordinates clinical testing requirements by coordinating care with ancillary departments. The HUC is essential for
maximizing efficient patient flow within the department. The HUC reports to the manager of the ED/UC.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Coordinates patient care by monitoring, coordinating and communicating patient care orders. Monitors Track board for new orders, coordinates completion of orders with radiology, laboratory, specialty and other departments. Notifies appropriate departments of new orders. Monitors and assures all new orders are completed, coordinates radiology tests and blood draws, places referrals and acknowledges orders when completed. Arrives patients as necessary (ambulance patients) and completes necessary arrival procedure. Manages all paper documents and paper supplies.Coordinates admission to the hospital.
- Displays excellent communication skills. Greets family members presenting at nurses station and provides accurate, courteous information. Answers incoming phone calls. Answers incoming radio calls. Communicates promptly and accurately with providers and clinical staff as required. Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Has a working knowledge of: EPIC, downtime procedures, disaster procedures. Remains calm and efficient in stressful situations.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- N/A.
Education
- High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) is required.
License, Certification, Registration
- N/A
Additional Requirements:
- Medical terminology.
- Communication skills.
- Legible penmanship.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One (1) year experience as a HUC in a hospital or ED/UC.
- CPR at time of hire/transfer.
Primary Location: Washington,Seattle,Capitol Hill Main Building
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1
Shift: Variable
Workdays: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Working Hours Start: 06:30 PM
Working Hours End: 07:00 AM
Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: J02|SEIU|SEIU Local 1199 Service Unit
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Central Campus Main - Observation Unit Inpt - 1130
Pay Range: $27.22 - $37.81 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
