MGH Unit Coordinator | Medical Intensive Care Unit

Massachusetts General Hospital
$18.58 - $26.58
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
273 Charles Street (Show on map)
May 07, 2026
We are seeking an experienced administrative profession for a highly visible role within our prestigious Blake 7 Medical Intensive Care Unit. This individual must be able to provide weekly coverage on the Evening shift, specifically weekday Friday. Applicants for this position must be able to work the coverage time indicated in order to be considered for this permanent opportunity. Blake 7 is an eighteen bed Adult Medical Intensive Care Unit, located in Boston, MA. This is a multidisciplinary unit with a variety of complex respiratory and medical patients. The unit cares for patients who may require treatments that include CVVH and ECMO. Notable diagnosis includes but not limited to sepsis, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, heme-oncology, cardiac, neurology, and infectious diseases such as H1N1, suspect Ebola virus and the novel Corona Virus. Schedule: Friday Evenings (3pm-11:00pm) Holiday rotating schedule. Applicants for this position must be able to work the coverage time indicated and able to provide Day (7am-3pm) shift training availability up to 40 hours for the first (2) weeks. What do we have to Offer? Weekly Pay Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends. MGB Shuttle service Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events Summary Provides administrative support to unit-based and hospital-wide clinicians and staff in an inpatient unit, functioning as the liaison between the patient, visitors and the clinicians. Expected to effectively organize priorities, complete tasks on time and to manage confidential patient information. Responsible for partnering with nursing to coordinate the day-to-day patient flow including communication to key players regarding patient admissions, discharges and transfers. Also expected to provide outstanding services for every customer interaction. Actual job duties may vary by department. This position does not require Patient Care. Essential Functions * Performs clerical and other duties to assist in the general administration of the floor or unit. * Greets and interacts with patients, families, visitors and coworkers in person and via communication tools in a professional manner. * Receives, prioritizes, organizes and manages information at the central nursing station, and throughout the unit. * Schedules consultations, tests, procedures, and patient transport to other departments. * Enters into electronic medical record accurate and timely information about admissions, discharges and transfers to facilitate efficient patient throughput. * Contacts ancillary service departments to obtain equipment, services and supplies; tracks status and location; uses designated process for identifying and facilitating repairs. * May assist manager with payroll duties or scheduling of staff, or supervision of unit secretaries. Duties may vary by department. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Certified Health Unit Coordinator - National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC) preferred Experience Administrative support experience 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Proficiency with office procedures and equipment i.e. filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing. - Proficiency in MS Office. - Ability to proofread and edit written documents. - Ability to use phone system. - Managing one's own time and the time of others. - Strong verbal & written communication skills. - Strong interpersonal, written and oral skills. - Ability to use standard office equipment. - Familiarity with medical terminology. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.