Unit Coordinator

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DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

• The Unit Secretary functions in a complimentary or assistive role to all members of the healthcare team and carries out individual duties in accordance with policies and procedures of Fairview Hospital.

• POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

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Experience:

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One-year secretarial experience or clinical experience in a healthcare facility preferred.

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Education and Training:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

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Two years secretarial or healthcare related college coursework required.

• One year relevant experience can be substituted for coursework.

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License, Certification & Registration:

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None

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Other Requirements:

• Strong computer skills required.

• Familiarity with Meditech preferred.

• Medical terminology required or willingness to pursue as necessary.

• Ability to consistently interact in a professional manner with patients, families, physicians, other members of the healthcare team, community offices and agencies.

• Must possess and demonstrate excellent organizational skills necessary to complete complicated and multiple tasks accurately and concurrently.

• Must have ability to accept and facilitate changes within systems, work methods, policies, procedures, etc.

• Must possess interpersonal skills necessary to maintain congenial and calm composure in stressful environment.

• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with hospital policy and various regulations.

• Must possess ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff, both in writing and speech, with or without use of prosthesis.

• Bilingual skills consistent with patient population are preferred.

• Must possess the ability to promote patient safety with detail to accuracy.