Health Unit Coordinator at Island Health

Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) – Acute Care / Medical-Surgical (Part-Time, Day Shift)

Location: Anacortes, WA
Schedule: Part-Time, 24 hours per week | Day Shift
Salary Range: $18.65 – $27.70 per hour

Differentials:

• Nights – +$2.25/hr

• Evenings – +$1.65/hr

• Weekends – +$1.50/hr

Be the Heart of Our Care Team

At Island Health, every great patient experience starts with exceptional coordination. Our Health Unit Coordinators (HUCs) are the central connection point for patients, nurses, and providers—ensuring communication flows smoothly and care runs efficiently.

Join our Acute Care/Medical-Surgical team and help create a supportive, organized environment where nurses can focus on what they do best—caring for patients.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the unit’s receptionist, greeting visitors and responding to calls in a courteous, professional manner

• Facilitate communication among nurses, physicians, and departments to ensure timely care coordination

• Support admissions, transfers, and discharges by assembling charts and managing patient documentation

• Enter physician orders for lab work, imaging, and respiratory therapy in Meditech or designated EHR system

• Schedule outpatient and inpatient tests, consults, and procedures as requested

• Maintain supply inventory, order materials, and ensure work areas are stocked and organized

• Collect and report departmental statistics and assist with routine clerical projects

• Uphold confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism in all patient interactions and documentation

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Prior experience in a hospital or medical office setting preferred

• Proficiency with computers, data entry, and multi-line phone systems

• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a fast-paced clinical team

• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and patient care excellence

Why You’ll Love Working at Island Health

• Collaborative, patient-centered culture

• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

• Competitive pay and shift differentials

• Supportive leadership that values teamwork and reliability

Join our award-winning team and help keep our patient care units running seamlessly.
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