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Unit Coordinator - Emergency Services

Penn State Health

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Location
Reading, PA
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

AHA Basic Life Support Certification

Job overview

The Unit Coordinator provides general clerical support to the Emergency Services unit, handling receptionist duties, transcription, physician order processing, and coordinating communication with hospital departments and the public while contributing to safe, efficient nursing operations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ReceptionistTranscriptionPhysician Order ProcessingUnit Communication CoordinationClerical Support

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentSix Months Related ExperienceAHA Basic Life Support CertificationUnit Secretary ExperienceMedical Terminology Course

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

Full job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.

Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Reading

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Day

Hours: 7:00a-7:00p

Recruiter Contact: Kiara M. Cruz Morales at [email protected] (MAILTO://[email protected])

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Provides general clerical support to a specific unit including receptionist duties, transcription and processing of physician orders; and coordination of unit communication with other hospital departments as well as the public. Contributes to the safe and efficient operations of Nursing Service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

  • Six (6) months related experience

  • AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) – required prior to the end of the orientation period

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

  • Previous unit secretary experience and/or completion of medical terminology course preferred

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

  • Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).

  • Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.

  • Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.

  • Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.

  • Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?

St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Position Unit Coordinator - Emergency Services

Location US:PA:Reading | Clerical and Administrative | Full Time

Req ID 103327

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