What are the responsibilities and job description for the UNIT CLERK/SECRETARY/COORD position at UHS?
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal
Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily
since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $11.4 billion in
- In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in
2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s
Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 90,000 employees
and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 328 behavioral health facilities, 42
outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and
various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United
Kingdom.
EEO Statement
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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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Qualifications
Job Summary:
The Unit Coordinator at the Facility manages the clerical functions of the nursing unit necessary to provide patient care.
Job Specifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description. The specifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability to meet the minimum requirements for this position. Staff must demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to units providing care to varied populations.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent. One (1) year experience working with a psychiatric patient population and previous secretarial experience preferred.
Licensure & Certification:
None
Knowledge:
Must possess experience and knowledge of interventional and administrative duties necessary to support nursing and patient care on assigned unit. Assists in the direct care and management of patients with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team. Assists with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living for patients on the unit. Must possess knowledge of dual diagnosis/chemical dependency/mental health patients; age-specific patient issues, limit setting and behavior management, crisis prevention and intervention techniques; knowledge and comprehension of regulatory agency standards (DOH, DPW, CMS, Joint Commission, etc.); staff development procedures and requirements; ability to communicate orally, telephonically, and in writing; working knowledge of computer systems and various software; must maintain certification CPR, Verbal De-Escalation, and Handle With Care. Must possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player. Good documentation, organization and time management skills are necessary. Must be effective in decision-making and problem solving.
Licenses / Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Supervision Received: Nurse Manager
Supervision Exercised: None
Salary : $11 - $0
