Health Unit Coordinator (Perianesthesia)

Job Title & Specialty Area: Health Unit Coordinator

Department: Perianesthesia

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: Dayshift, Variable Schedule Monday - Friday

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:

The Health Unit Coordinator works with physicians and nurses to transcribe orders, maintain patient charts, track order results and facilitate communication to keep unit organized and staff informed. Activities performed are intended to support, supplement, and/or complement patient care provided by licensed clinical staff.

Responsibilities:

• Perform administrative duties according to hospital and unit standards related to patient charts, patient orders, forms and records; work as a team member to promote positive, accurate communication between staff and with patients/families; and maintain orderliness, safety and supplies in specific unit areas.
• Performs clerical functions associated with accurate record keeping, including but not limited to: transcription of physician orders, reconciliation of charges/census, entering data into Clinical System, generate reports and computer printouts, complete daily culture report for physician review, and heavy phone answering and documentation of calls. Assist with bed control duties to ensure patients are admitted to appropriate service in a timely manner; respond to visitors, patients and families, and other staff members in a manner that promotes a positive public image for Children's Medical Center; may serve as a preceptor to other unit coordinators; and perform other duties and special projects as required.
• In certain areas, may perform constant visual observation (CVO) upon request (see amendment)
• In certain areas, may be required to perform BLS/CPR (see amendment)

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of hospital setting and medical terminology preferred

EDUCATION

• High School Essential High school diploma or equivalent

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required within 60 Days
• NAHUC certification preferred

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.