Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Health Unit Coordinator Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2025-33019 Position Category Administrative/Office Support Position Type Regular Part-Time Job Type AFSCME union represented Department 13C MBU Salary Range $21.81 - $29.09 per hour FTE 0.90 Schedule M-F, EOW Hours 1900-0730 HR Mission Healthcare Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) is part of the health care team and utilizes her/his knowledge and skills to support and enhance safety, patient experience, communications, and efficiency on nursing units. The HUC, under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse, performs general non-clinical duties and specific services necessary to expedite the efficient functioning of the nursing unit consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures in the nursing department and OHSU.

Function/Duties of Position

SAFETY & PATIENT EXPERIENCE - Act to promote a safe environment and Patient and Family Centered Care across the continuum to promote service excellence to foster exceptional experiences for our patients

Greet and screen visitorsUpdate whiteboards and call boardsMaintain census in EpicConduct safety/environment of care surveillanceLabel medication binsPost Fall Risk and Isolation signsPrint wrist bandsManage telemetry boxesFacilitate patient and family experiences
Orient to unit and visitor policiesAssist with communications between patient/family and healthcare team membersProvide way findingActivate MyChart (as requested)Answer and triage call lightsTrack patient belongingsMake post-discharge follow-up appointments (as requested)Support patient and family centered care across the continuum through Service Excellence

COMMUNICATIONS & OPERATIONS - Support operations necessary to meet the needs of the unit.

Communicate in a respectful, caring and non-judgmental manner.Facilitate unit communicationsAnswer phonesAssist with pagingMake nurse-call assignmentsManage Vocera wireless communication devicesSchedule VIP (hospital transport) requestsAssemble/disassemble chartsReport and track equipment requiring maintenanceOrder and stock office suppliesSend/receive materials in P-tubePlace Equipment Pool ordersReconcile Epic downtime entries (census)Fax written orders (as requested) Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED. One year of clerical experience in a health care environment or equivalent combination of experience and training that would provide knowledge and skills listed below.Basic knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations and symbols.Ability to read, write and speak fluent English.Basic math skills.Demonstrated computer skillsDemonstrated customer service skillsAbility to prioritize and multi-task.

Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications Previous hospital or clerical experience preferred.Customer service related experience preferred.Previous ICU, hospital, or clerical experience preferred.Certified Nursing Assistant 2 preferred.National Health Unit Coordinator certification preferred All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.