Health Unit Coordinator
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Health unit coordinators employed in Mississippi earn a median of $17.45 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Job Summary
Functions under the direction of licensed nursing personnel to coordinate non-clinical tasks, including: transcription of doctor's orders, maintaining the patient chart and utilization of communication devices. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Performs clerical responsibilities.
- Maintains the patient chart.
- Demonstrates good communication skills.
- Facilitates patient/bed flow by utilizing admission, transfer, and discharge activities according to procedure.
- Manages supplies and equipment.
- Participates in ongoing educational activities.
- Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
- One year experience in business office or related health care field. Previous experience utilizing customer service or public relation skills.
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
- Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.
Preferred/Desired
- Associate degree in business related curriculum or its equivalent.
Special Skills
Minimum Required
- Ability to type 20 words per minute on a personal computer accessing the program with a mouse. Computer literacy.
Preferred/Desired
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
Licensure
Preferred/Desired
- BLS
From Baptist Memorial Health Care's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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