Health Unit Technician in Rockford, Illinois at Swedish American

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides support for the Unit functioning. Processes and communicates information utilizing the hospital computer system. Functions as an internal member of the patient care team to enhance smooth Unit operations through communication and teamwork. Assists with coordination and provision of patient care delivery. Serves as unit liaison with inter departmental communications.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Medical secretarial experience preferred. Must provide copy of diploma/degree for highest level of education obtained.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

CNA certification required.

Maintain Bi-annual CPR required.

Completion of Sitter education, EKG, and Phlebotomy training.

Mother/Baby: EKG and Phlebotomy training are not applicable.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Excellent verbal, written, organizational and customer service skills required. Must be able to read, write legibly and communicate effectively in English. Strong phone etiquette skills required. Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal with all levels within the organization and community under varied conditions. Familiarity with medical terminology preferred. Basic knowledge of data entry skills preferred. Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.