Bed Control Specialist- Part Time

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Bed Control Specialist coordinates and manages patient flow through the facility by assigning patients to appropriate beds based on clinical needs, bed availability, and hospital policies. The role supports efficient patient flow, communication among departments, and optimal bed utilization to support high-quality patient care. The specialist collaborates with nursing, clinical staff, and support departments to maintain real-time updates on bed availability and patient movements.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting required.
Strong understanding of hospital operations and bed management practices.
Proficiency using hospital electronic health record (EHR) and bed management systems.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities to manage complex patient flow scenarios.
Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations and prioritize tasks.
Knowledge of infection control policies and patient placement requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Healthcare Administration or a related field preferred.
2–4 years of experience in hospital bed management, patient admissions, or a related healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Assign patient beds based on clinical needs, bed availability, and hospital policies, following established protocols.
Coordinate patient admissions, discharges, and intra-hospital transfers to optimize bed utilization and patient flow.
Monitor real-time bed availability using hospital bed management systems and provide accurate census and occupancy updates.
Collaborate with nursing leadership, the admissions department, and physicians to prioritize bed assignments during high census periods or emergencies.
Communicate with clinical and support departments, including housekeeping and patient transport, to ensure timely bed preparation and readiness.
Facilitate transfers to specialized care units, such as ICU, telemetry, and maternity, based on clinical criteria and physician orders.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of bed assignments and patient movements in the hospital’s electronic health record (EHR) system.
Coordinate isolation or special room needs to support compliance with infection control policies.
Identify and resolve bed availability issues promptly, coordinating with the House Supervisor and nursing leadership to address capacity challenges.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.