Discharge Transportation Coordinator - (Weekend Days)

University of Virginia • VA

86d • $19 - $30

About The Position

Responsible for communicating and coordinating the movement of patients to and from University of Virginia Health using various resources such as ambulances, wheelchair vans, taxis, buses, and other means of transportation. Responsible for communicating with various internal and external customers involved with patient movement and medical center operations. Work requires detailed knowledge of regional geography, familiarity with insurance coverages, and application and interpretation of organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Maintains relationships between agencies/departments. Investigate and Report Transportation Complaints. Coordinate Transportation. Processes invoices for transportation providers. Assists supervisor in development and implementation of processes and policies. Collects and tracks data on volumes, etc. Assists in training other staff members performing this role and others involved in the process. Develops, implements and maintains effective and professional office practices and procedures. Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per department policy. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• No specific licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and coordinate the movement of patients using various transportation resources.
• Maintain relationships between agencies and departments.
• Investigate and report transportation complaints.
• Coordinate transportation logistics.
• Process invoices for transportation providers.
• Assist supervisor in developing and implementing processes and policies.
• Collect and track data on transportation volumes.
• Assist in training other staff members.
• Develop and maintain effective office practices and procedures.
• Interface effectively with peers and customers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Long-term and Short-term Disability.
• Retirement Savings.
• Health Saving Plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Certification and education support.
• Generous Paid Time Off.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED