Lead Health Unit Coordinator
 Gundersen Health System | |
401(k)
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 United States, Wisconsin, La Crosse | |
 Nov 15, 2024 | |
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Schedule Weekly Hours: 24Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Look no further! Gundersen Health System is seeking a professional and flexible individual to join our team as a Lead Health Unit Coordinator! You will serve as a crucial support system for our dedicated nursing staff by handling various clerical duties such as managing incoming/outbound communications. You will also work closely with the Clinical Manager to improve the HUC role, train staff, and develop efficiency and quality initiatives. If you are eager to expand your knowledge and skills across various departments, join us in this exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others while enjoying a fulfilling and dynamic work environment! What's Available:
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Click here to learn more about life at Gundersen! The Lead Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) works under the direction of the Clinical Manager to develop and enhance the role of the HUC. Leads the training of current and future staff on new programs, assists in the development of efficiency and quality improvement initiatives, and co-design strategic resolutions aimed at producing proficient and cost effective results. The Lead HUC performs the duties and responsibilities of the HUC on a regular basis to maintain competency. The Lead HUC maintains proficiency in the use of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to trouble shoot applications barriers and enhance growth and development within the Health Unit Coordinator role. Collaborates with the Clinical Manager to address and remove barriers in workflow design and applications. Major Responsibilities: 1. Fosters collaborative relationships in and between unit staff and management in order to enhance team effectiveness. 2. Assists in the review of HUC schedules and staffing. 3. Works alongside employees, providing direction and training on specified activities. 4. Works collaboratively with management to assist in the implementation of organizational initiatives specific to the HUC role. 5. Contributes competencies for the general HUC role and partners with management to incorporate these competencies into unit specific job skills. 6. Maintains competencies as a HUC. 7. Maintains proficiency and problem solving skills in EMR applications. 8. Serves as a liaison and advisor to Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) training programs in the Gundersen Service Area. 9. Perform other job related responsibilities as requested. 10. Demonstrates organizational skills and effective use of time by prioritizing to complete work within established time frames in accordance with unit standards/ expectations. 11. Communicates effectively by providing clear and concise verbal, written and telephone communication with a strong customer service focus. Demonstrates professional accountability by adhering to the Gunderson Vision and Mission Statement and by demonstrating Gundersen Health System's core values and complying with the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules and our own confidentiality standards. 12. As directed by the Gundersen Health System Medical Staff Bylaws a HUC can receive and record verbal and telephone orders from the medical staff for diagnostic laboratory radiology tests, nutrition services and ambulation 13. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance. 14. (Unit-specific or individual additions) Education and Learning: REQUIRED High School Diploma or equivalency + a graduate of a Health Unit Coordinator program or able to demonstrate competence in the Gundersen Health System's Health Unit Coordinator Competency Based Orientation through learning gained from previous work experience Work Experience: REQUIRED 3-4 years work experience as a HUC or closely related experience. Experience demonstrates progressive increase in responsibilities. Age Specific Population Served: Nonage Specific (N/A) OSHA Category: Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Environmental Conditions: Exposed to infectious diseases. Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position: Static Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Squatting Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Kneeling/Half Kneel Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Reaching - Shoulder Level Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Reaching - Below Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Reaching - Above Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Lifting - Floor to Waist Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 0-25 Lifting - Waist to Overhead Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 0-25 Lifting - Other Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 0-25 Carrying - Long Carry (>50 feet) Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 0-25 Carrying - Short Carry Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 0-25 Carrying - Right Carry Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 0-25 Carrying - Left Carry Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 0-25 Push/Pull (Static Force) Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 100-150 If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267 We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values - belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility - our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer | |