Overview In this role you support the Emergency Department by coordinating patient records and unit activities. You will serve as a patient liaison, coordinate admissions and transfers, and train new staff to ensure smooth department operations. The position sits within a mission-driven health system known for community care and professional growth. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to enable timely medical decision-making and high-quality patient experiences.
Compensation / Benefits- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Generous earned time off
- Employee wellbeing program
- 403B retirement plan with company match
- Tuition assistance / federal loan forgiveness programs
Responsibilities- Provide clerical support for patient medical records and unit functions
- Greet and assist as patient liaison on arrival and during stay
- Coordinate interdepartmental calls for admissions, transfers, and discharges
- Enter consultations promptly to aid medical decision-making
- Orient and train new staff and cross-train ancillary personnel
- Resolve questions and issues within scope of responsibility
- Plan, organize and direct unit activities within the coordinator role
Key requirements- Four years of high school completion plus specialized courses and training
- Computer skills including knowledge of electronic medical record system (EMR) and related secretarial tasks preferred
- Vaccination against influenza and COVID-19 or approved exemption by signing a statement
- Effective communication
- Multi-tasking and organization
- Problem solving and initiative
- Team training and collaboration
- Electronic medical record (EMR) system proficiency
