Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) - Emergency Department

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Sun City
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report, 2021-2022) and ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all locations, you'll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Mayo Clinic, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!

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Position description
The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) provides organizational, receptionist, and clerical support to patient care units and the health care team. These duties may include monitoring and ordering supplies, and assisting the care team with managing orders in the electronic health record (EHR). Communicates effectively via a variety of modalities with patients, visitors, and facility staff and plays an integral role in communication across the continuum of care. Functions as a resource to members of the health care team and is familiar with multiple Mayo Clinic resources. The HUC activities complement the patient care delivery model. Carries out all aspects of the job using good judgment and problem-solving skills, strong interpersonal skills, and assumes responsibility for self-development within the role and participates in continuous improvement activities. Supports the healthcare team by anticipating and responding to team requests and patient needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of computer systems and strong keyboarding skills (i.e., Windows-based applications, LAN use, and intranet/internet use) required.
  
  Additional qualifications
  
  • Successful completion of HUC post-secondary program, or HUC Certification preferred.
  • Minimum of one year working experience in a medical environment preferred.
  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
  • Preferred proficiency of computer skills.
  • Working knowledge with EHR systems, EPIC preferred.
  • Outstanding customer service, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Adapts effectively to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting.
  • Availability to work flexible hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
    
    Exemption status
    Non-exempt
    
    Compensation Detail
    $17.16 - $23.18 / hour
    
    Benefits eligible
    Yes
    
    Schedule
    Full Time
    
    Hours / Pay period
    72
    
    Schedule details
    Various Shifts. (3) 12 hour shifts per week. Rotating holidays. Day shift is 7:00- 19:30. Night shift is 19:00-7:30.
    
    Weekend schedule
    Every other weekend requirement. No call.
    
    International Assignment
    No
    
    Site description
    Over the next four years, Mayo Clinic is making significant investments in both the physical and technological future of health care, through doubling the size of the Mayo Clinic campus in Phoenix, inclusive of practice, education, and research activities. Mayo Clinic's campuses in Arizona are located in Phoenix and Scottsdale, in the beautiful Sonoran Desert. The region is known as the Valley of the Sun, a metropolitan area with more than 4 million residents in 25 cities and towns.
    
    With Phoenix being the fifth largest city in the nation, this sunny "desert metropolis" offers the amenities of a big city in the midst of a strikingly beautiful, rugged, southwest landscape.
    
    Scottsdale frequently earns praise as a highly desirable place to live. The city's more than 200,000 residents enjoy a vibrant mix of culinary hot spots, arts and entertainment, professional and collegiate sports teams, and community resources. The region's desert climate promotes an outdoor lifestyle with a full complement of sports and recreation.
    
    Recruiter
    Helena Mcie
    
    EOE
    As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

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