Unit Coordinator - Oncology/Full Time

Baptist Health Care
United States, Florida, Pensacola
Nov 08, 2024
Job Description The unit coordinator through communication, requisitioning and management of supplies and equipment, coordinates the activities of the nursing staff, the patient, the physician, other hospital departments and visitors. This position performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit. Responsibilities What you will do Acts as resource person to patients, families, nursing staff, and support services in the unit. Receives and directs phone calls and serves as the receptionist for the department. Answers call buttons. Uses computer system to locate orders, retrieve patient information, call STAT and cancel orders, and print daily census. Follow "Down Time" procedures. Operates order communication system. Files reports and necessary forms in patient charts. Communicates and assist with the transferring and discharging patients to notify appropriate area. Orders supplies and services for the unit. Operates a variety of office equipment effectively. Qualifications Minimum Education High School Diploma or Equivalent, Required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately. Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Knowledge of basic medical terminology. Basic computer knowledge. About Us Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida. Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law.