Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) - Surgical Services: Saint Marys

Are you passionate about providing essential support to healthcare teams and ensuring the smooth operation of a busy surgical unit? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) in Surgical Services at Saint Marys Hospital, part of the prestigious Mayo Clinic network. As a HUC, you will play a crucial role in coordinating patient care, managing clerical tasks, and serving as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff. We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate individual with previous healthcare experience and excellent communication skills to join our dynamic team. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply and become a valuable member of our healthcare family at Mayo Clinic.

1. Coordinate patient care: As a Health Unit Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating patient care by gathering and organizing patient information, scheduling appointments and procedures, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and filed accurately.
2. Manage clerical tasks: You will be responsible for managing clerical tasks such as answering phones, responding to emails, and maintaining patient records. This includes entering information into electronic medical records, ordering supplies, and processing medical forms.
3. Serve as a liaison: You will serve as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff by relaying important information and updates, answering questions, and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise.
4. Ensure smooth operation of the surgical unit: You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the surgical unit by monitoring patient flow, coordinating with other departments, and communicating any issues or delays to the appropriate parties.
5. Provide essential support to healthcare teams: You will provide essential support to healthcare teams by assisting with patient care tasks, coordinating with other healthcare professionals, and ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available for procedures and treatments.
6. Maintain a high level of organization: You will be responsible for maintaining a high level of organization in the surgical unit by keeping track of schedules, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and filed in a timely manner.
7. Demonstrate compassion and empathy: As a HUC, you will work closely with patients and their families during a vulnerable time. It is important that you demonstrate compassion and empathy in all interactions to provide the best possible care and support.
8. Utilize excellent communication skills: You will need to have excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, and medical staff. This includes verbal and written communication, as well as active listening skills.
9. Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures: You will be responsible for adhering to all hospital policies and procedures, including those related to patient confidentiality, safety, and infection control.
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According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) - Surgical Services: Saint Marys in Rochester, MN, USA is $33,000 - $45,000 per year. This can vary depending on the specific job responsibilities, level of experience, and location. Some HUCs may also receive additional benefits such as healthcare and retirement benefits.

The Mayo Clinic is an American not-for-profit organization academic medical center based in Rochester, Minnesota, focused on integrated clinical practice, education, and research. It employs over 4,500 physicians and scientists, along with another 58,400 administrative and allied health staff.