+ DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTIONS + The Unit Coordinator functions in a complimentary or assistive role to all members of the healthcare team and carries out individual duties in accordance with policies and procedures of Berkshire Medical Center. + POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.) + Experience: + Minimum of one year secretarial experience or clinical experience in a healthcare facility preferred. + Education and Training: + Two years secretarial or healthcare related college coursework required. One year relevant experience can be substituted for coursework. + License, Certification & Registration: + None. + Other Requirements: + Strong computer skills required. Familiarity with Meditech preferred. + Medical terminology required or willingness to pursue as necessary. + Ability to consistently interact in a professional manner with patients, families, physicians, other members of the healthcare team, community offices and agencies. + Must possess and demonstrate excellent organizational skills necessary to complete complicated and multiple tasks accurately and concurrently. + Must have ability to accept and facilitate changes within systems, work methods, policies, procedures, etc + Must possess interpersonal skills necessary to maintain congenial and calm composure in stressful environment. + Must have ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with hospital policy and various regulations. + Must possess ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff, both in writing and speech, with or without use of prosthesis. + Bilingual skills consistent with patient population are preferred. + Must possess the ability to promote patient safety with detail to accuracy. + Assures compliance with unit-specific scope of practice in accordance with job description. + Other Addendum(s) Requirements: + Must become certified notary within 6 months of hire.