Bed Management Coordinator

Presbyterian Health Services

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • $15.52 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 2 months ago
OverviewNow hiring Bed Management CoordinatorResponsible for patient throughput and flow coordination in collaboration with the nursing bed coordinator and/or hospital supervisor, and entry of all admission, discharge and transfer (ADT) activity in Medipac at Presbyterian and Kaseman Hospitals. The bed controller is also responsible for interacting with medical staff within the system and those referring patients to Presbyterian, ensuring patients are admitting at the appropriate admission status, ensuring accommodation codes are accurate in Medipac, and escalating issues negatively impacting patient flow through the proper channelsHow you belong matters here.We value our employees' differences and find strength in the diversity of our team and community.At Presbyterian, it's not just what we do that matters. It's how we do it - and it starts with our incredible team. From Information Technology to Food Services and beyond, our non-clinical employees make a meaningful impact on the healthcare provided to our patients and members.
  • Why Join us:
  • Part Time - Exempt: No
  • Job is based Rev Hugh Cooper Admin Center
  • Work hours: Varied Days & Hours 12 Hour Days
  • Benefits: We offer a wide range of benefits including medical, wellness program, vision, dental, paid time off, retirement and more for FT employees.
  • Benefits: PRN/PT (working less than a .45 FTE) employee benefits available for this position such as medical, free gym memberships and an employee wellness program.
QualificationsHigh school diploma, strong computer skills, successful completion of Medipac competency training, medical terminology or class within 3 months and one to three years of experience in customer service required.Responsibilities
  • Deploys programmatic development and revision of Bed Management Center at Presbyterian and Kaseman Hospitals. Implements the hospitals mission, philosophies, goals, standards, policies and procedures related to patient flow and throughput. Makes independent decisions related to placement of patients
  • Identifies and resolves issues affecting patient throughput or access at Presbyterian and Kaseman Hospitals
  • Interacts with internal and external customers to facilitate appropriate placement of patients and optimize access to hospital resources.
  • Assists in processing and resolution of interdepartmental and internal operational issues related to bed management and patient throughput.
  • Provides clerical and/or secretarial duties.
  • Accesses and enters patient information from computerized system in order to direct clients and customers.
  • Assists Nursing Supervisors and other clinical leadership with information to manage the hospitals Capacity Management Plan
  • Functions as a customer service representative to referring facility physicians and staff, patients and families all internal customers such as physicians, nurses,
  • Performs primary admission functions for Presbyterian, Kaseman, and Rio Rancho facilities including admitting, changing patient status, discharging, transferring
  • Provides and/or coordinates technical support for bed management and admitting software systems
  • Provides coverage for Staffing Coordinator in their absence
  • Provide dispatcher oversight of daily Transport Department operations through the use of the automated transport system
BenefitsWe're all about well-being, starting with yours.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.Inclusion and DiversityOur culture is one of knowing and respecting our patients, members, and each other. We capture this in our .AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.Offer DisclaimerThe compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.Maximum OfferUSD $23.07/Hr.

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