PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR- OPERATING ROOM BUSINESS OFFICE
University of Washington
- Seattle, WA
- $4,097-5,866 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
Req #: 232846
Department: HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER- OR BUSINESS OFFICE
Job Location: Harborview Medical Center
Posting Date: 04/11/2024
Closing Info: Closes On 04/18/2024
Salary: $4,097 - $5,866 per month
Other Compensation:
Union Position: Yes
Shift: First Shift
Benefits: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position,HARBORVIEW- Operating Room Business Office has an outstanding opportunity for a Patient Care Coordinator.WORK SCHEDULE
- Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Day Shift
- Occasional Telework
- Conveniently located near public transportation
- Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
- Opportunity to provide career growth
- Coordinate the patient's journey through the perioperative system
- Harborview is the only Level 1 trauma and burn center in the region
The General Surgery Clinic at Harborview provides consultation for general and surgical conditions, as well as pre- and post-operative follow-up for patients with traumatic injuries, wound management and suture removal.We also perform minor operations in our specially equipped ambulatory procedures area including cyst and skin tag removals, incision and drainage of abscesses, rigid sigmoidoscopies and hemorrhoid evaluation and management. Following an initial consultation, these procedures will usually be scheduled for a subsequent visit.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as a resource for OR staff using EPIC and the Surgical Whiteboard for scheduling, troubleshooting problems and correcting patient data as needed.
- Review patient data and update the surgery whiteboard via EPIC for communication to OR providers/OR Front desk.
- Schedule surgeries in EPIC based on information received from the PCCs of the various surgical services. Will be responsible for scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling surgeries in EPIC. Will monitor case order day prior to surgery and make any necessary changes.
- Maintain surgical blocks in EPIC for the various surgical services
- Coordinate with RN3s and Anesthesia for case placements on the schedule for the next day
- Act as liaison and represent the Harborview OR with the HMC clinics, other hospital units (e.g. ICUs, Pain Management, Angio) by providing information and advice regarding scheduling policies and procedures
- Work with nursing management to resolve scheduling conflicts between surgeons and/or surgical services
- Bachelor's Degree in a medically related or public relations field
- Two years of experience in a tertiary patient care setting involving interaction with a variety of medical services, contact with patients and families, interaction with physicians, and proficiency in medical terminology
- An equivalent combination of education/experience
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or .Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under