Unit Clerk PD, Medical/Surgical Services - H Yellow
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This posting states $18.02 an hour. Open health unit coordinator jobs in New Jersey post a median of $20.50 an hour, the middle half $18.79–$22.35, across 79 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Health unit coordinators employed in New Jersey earn a median of $23.39 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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Medicare rating of The University Hospital
Medicare gives The University Hospital 1 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; New Jersey's hospitals average 3.2). 68% 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 · New Jersey hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Responsibilities
The primary purpose of the Unit Clerk position is to be responsible for the management of clerical tasks and activities and coordination of unit/service area communication and information. This role supports the care teams, provides communication between departments and maintains an organized, functional desk/station.
The competent functioning of the Unit Clerk is evident by meticulously maintained patient charts. Clear, respectful and efficient communication with patient/families, physicians, departments and unit staff, as well as a neat, organized station/desk.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED/College Degree/Courses preferred. One (1) year of experience in general clerical duties is required. Medical terminology course is desirable. PC literacy required. Effective interpersonal skills. Basic computer skills. Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.
From University Hospital (Newark)'s job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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