Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) - Pediatric Med Surg
MultiCare Health System$23.18–$35.25/hrTacoma, WashingtonPart timePosted 2w agoStill open, checked every nightHow this pay compares
This posting states $23.18–$35.25 an hour. Open health unit coordinator jobs in Washington post a median of $29.06 an hour, the middle half $25.06–$29.41, across 18 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Health unit coordinators employed in Washington earn a median of $27.93 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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Union record
By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, unions bargain for workers at MultiCare Health System here: United Food & Commercial Workers 3000 at Tacoma, WA (400 workers, contract up for renewal 15 Aug 2024); United Food & Commercial Workers Local 3000 at Tacoma, WA (291 workers, contract up for renewal 3 Dec 2025); International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers 751 at Tacoma, WA (59 workers, bargaining a first contract). Each union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in one. Healthcare union contracts.
Workplace injuries
Tacoma General Hospital in Tacoma reported 186 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 4,973,957 hours worked: 7.5 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 7 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital
Medicare gives Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital 2 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Washington's hospitals average 3.2). 72% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Washington hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Join One Team Mary Bridge
At Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Network, kids and families are at the center of everything we do. Based in Tacoma, Washington, and serving communities throughout the South Sound, our nationally recognized pediatric hospital, clinics and specialty network bring together providers, nurses and team members dedicated to delivering exceptional care for children and families.
Recognized as a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group and backed by a growing pediatric network, we're proud to make a difference in the lives of children and families every day while helping shape the future of children's healthcare.
FTE: 0.7 Shift: Days Schedule: 12 hour day shifts.
Position Summary
The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) is an excellent opportunity in providing high-quality patient care, monitoring, and mobility. If you are a skilled communicator and love being the focal communication source, this is the job for you.
As an HUC at MultiCare, you will hone your patient care and monitoring skills, nurture your communications development, and collaborate in support of care and delivery of patient services
Responsibilities
- You will perform receptionist and communications duties
- Support care delivery and services to patients from diverse ethnic and social groups
- You will regularly utilize your independent decision-making capacities and strong interpersonal skills
- Collaborate with Clinical Director and/or RN for optimal care delivery and patient services
Requirements
- Completion of an approved Unit Secretary vocational training course or currently enrolled in clinical education program OR previous patient care experience of one (1) year or equivalent clerical experience of one (1) year in a medical setting
Where kids and families are always first
Everything we do starts with a commitment to children and families. From specialized pediatric care to family-centered support services, our teams work together to create a safe, compassionate and healing environment where every child can thrive.
For more than 70 years, Mary Bridge Children's has cared for children across the South Sound and beyond. Today, that legacy continues through a network of pediatric specialists, clinics and hospital services anchored by a new state-of-the-art pediatric hospital designed specifically for children, families and care teams.
Why Choose Mary Bridge Children's?
One Team Mary Bridge
Providers, nurses and staff come together as one team to deliver compassionate, high-quality care for children and families across the region.
Award-winning pediatric care
Named a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group six times in the past eight years, recognizing excellence in patient quality and safety.
A new era of children's care
Work in a state-of-the-art pediatric hospital and medical office building designed specifically for children, families and care teams.
A growing pediatric network
Opportunities across hospital, specialty, primary care and urgent care settings, supported by a Level IV NICU and comprehensive pediatric specialty network.
Career growth
Continuing education, leadership development and advancement opportunities supported by one of the region's largest health systems.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Enjoy vibrant communities, outdoor adventure and easy access to waterfronts, mountains and everything the South Sound has to offer.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $23.18 - $35.25 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here .
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About MultiCare Health System
MultiCare Health System is a not-for-profit health system with 13 (source: MultiCare Health System, About Us) hospitals, more than 300 (source: MultiCare Health System, About Us) care locations and more than 20,000 (source: MultiCare Health System, About Us) team members across Washington, Idaho and Oregon. Source: MultiCare Health System, About Us
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