Job Information
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Unit Coordinator in Gig Harbor, Washington
Overview
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award-winning health systems in Washington state CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers.
At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!
Responsibilities
Job Summary
This job is responsible for supporting patient care in the performance of reception, support and general clerical duties. The incumbent fosters positive customer relations and communications.
Essential Duties
Performs receptionist and support duties at the assigned unit; handles incoming and outgoing communications, transfers calls appropriately, greets and assists visitors, answers questions in accordance with established procedures.
Maintains a neat and organized work environment; orders, stocks and replenishes supplies and equipment as necessary; identifies and reports problems with supplies or equipment; enters equipment repair requests in system, tags equipment and removes from service.
Maintains a safe work and patient environment, adhering to the hospital’s Safety, Risk Management, Regulatory Standards and infection prevention.
Provides general support activities for the unit.
Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
Job Requirements
Either: completion of a recognized Unit Secretary Program (or coursework in a related field), OR 2) six months of recent related work experience, preferably in a medical setting
Certification as a Health Unit Coordinator is preferred.
Pay Range
$20.71 - $29.33 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.