Health Unit Coordinator
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Credits awarded upon completion
Self-Paced
Progress at your own speed
288 hours
Estimated learning time
About the Program
Description
Health Unit Coordinator prepares individuals to excel in the role of coordinating healthcare units, providing the necessary skills and knowledge for effective administration in healthcare settings. Exam fee included.
State Restrictions may include: DC, GA, KS, LA, NV, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, TX, WI. Check with your partner institution for more information on eligibility.
Topics
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, Electronic Health Records, Health Unit Coordinating, Professionalism in Allied Health
Prerequisites
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
Content Material Titles
- Introduction to Human Anatomy & Medical Terminology: A Course Companion (MedCerts) - 1st Edition eText and Workbook By Paul Reuter and Valerie Weiss
- Integrated Electronic Health Records (McGraw-Hill 5th Edition SMARTBOOK, Copyright 2021) by Shanholtzer
- Health Unit Coordinating (Elsevier 7th Edition, Copyright 2014) by Elaine Gillingham and Monica Melzer Wadsworth Seibel
Total Cost: $2,350.00
4 Program Products
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Health Unit Coordinating
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Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
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Electronic Health Records
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Professionalism in Allied Health
Deliverables
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Academic Excellence
Earn necessary number of credit hours for completing this content
Professional Program
Launch of Career
CHUC (Certified Health Unit Coordinator), CEHRS (Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist)
Hone Important Skills
Total Upgrade
Such as Medical terminology, Healthcare administrative procedures, Electronic health records (EHR) management, Communication skills, Patient scheduling and appointment coordination, Record management and documentation, Insurance verification and billing, Multitasking and organization, Patient advocacy and support, Medical ethics and confidentiality, Problem-solving in healthcare settings, Knowledge of healthcare protocols and procedures, Emergency response within a healthcare unit, Teamwork and collaboration with healthcare professionals, Time management in a healthcare environment.
Outcomes
- Perform HUC tasks and Provide accountability to nursing personnel, medical staff and other hospital department patients and visitors
- Manage & Operate the nursing unit communication systems
- Record Diagnostic tests values, vital signs, and census data
- Scan reports into the patients EMR or physically insert into patients chart
- Transcribe doctors orders or monitor patient orders using knowledge of A&P, disease processes, medical terminology and abbreviations
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
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