Maricopa Community Colleges

Health Careers : Health Unit Coordinator
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Health Unit Coordinator
Health Unit Coordinators work under the supervision of the nursing departments in a health care facility or a physician in an office. They transcribe doctors’ orders, perform receptionists’ duties, schedule diagnostic tests and treatments, and manage patient charts and unit supplies.

Work Environment:
Employment is found in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and physicians’ offices.

Licensure/Certification:
Upon successful completion of the program students will be eligible to take the national certification exam administered by the National Association of Health Unit Clerks/Coordinators (NAHUC).

Program Offerings:
GateWay Community College offers a Certificate of Completion in Health Unit Coordinating. For more information contact GateWay Advisement 602-286-8600 or visit http://www.gatewaycc.edu/Programs/HealthUnitCoordinating/