Health Unit Coordinator

Health Unit Coordinator Internal Only Department Only

• Facility Kootenai Health
• Department Womens and Childrens Services - Obstetrics
• Schedule/Shift/Hours Part Time - Nights - 12 Hour Shifts

Responsible for providing secretarial support for all employees within an assigned nursing unit.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing secretarial support for all employees within an assigned nursing unit
• Maintains and updates patients' records for a given unit
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
• Typically reports to a supervisor or manager
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years’ experience as a Health Unit Coordinator OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience required
• Knowledge of spelling and medical terminology preferred

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift or move up to 35lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height

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At Kootenai Health, you can continue learning, growing, and advancing. With 397 beds licensed on the main campus, two critical access hospitals, and more than 50 clinics, we offer an almost endless array of meaningful opportunities. Our Internal Recruiters are dedicated to providing personalized service to our team members. They are available to answer internal mobility questions and assist you in navigating options to transition and expand your career and skills.

If you’re interested in learning more about other roles, inquiring about the internal hiring process, or better understanding career pathways opportunities, please contact the Internal Recruitment team. We look forward to assisting you in finding a position that meets your lifestyle, goals, talents, and current and future skills.

What to Expect after you transfer:

• If you change your title or department, you will receive a new badge. Badges are printed and available in Security on the Wednesday of the week following your transfer.
• Your benefits may change if your position status (FT, PT, or PRN) has been updated. Please talk with your Recruiter if you have any questions about your status and benefits.
• Those with a primary position as a PRN will receive per diem pay. Per Diem rates are tiered depending on number of years of employment.
• If you are moving into a new role, HR will provide you with a new job description to review and sign. HR will also request documentation for any new requirements for your position, including experience, education, licensure, certification, etc.
• If EPIC training is required for your role and you have not completed the required module for your position, please complete an EPIC Fast Track Attestation at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./epicfasttrack
• If an advanced background check with Health and Welfare is required for your role and you have not completed one previously, you will need to complete the process before your transfer date.

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. We value investing in our employees and look forward to supporting you to find a position that best meets your needs, passions, and goals!

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part-time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit-eligible employees also gain access to the following:

• Tuition assistance and career development programs
• Robust Retirement Plan
• Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials

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