Patient Admissions Coordinator

Providence•Seattle, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Admissions Coordinator works to coordinate admissions through patient placement. This includes admissions from all areas, including, but not not excluding, emergency departments, direct admits, surgical spaces and transfers. They assist in collecting documents or information and communicates information relative to patients requiring admission in accordance with established department policies, procedures and workflows. This position will work in partnership with the Senior Admissions RN and in collaboration with multiple departments, physicians, nursing staff, and other key stakeholders on a regular basis. Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Shared Services and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Healthcare related program OR Two years of equivalent work experience in a healthcare setting may be accepted in lieu of the degree requirement
Two (2) years of job related experience (including, but not limited to ED, critical care, call center, front office) in a healthcare setting
Applicants without an Associate’s degree must have four (4) years of job related experience

Responsibilities

Coordinate admissions through patient placement, including admissions from emergency departments, direct admits, surgical spaces, and transfers.
Assist in collecting documents or information relative to patients requiring admission.
Communicate information relative to patients requiring admission in accordance with established department policies, procedures, and workflows.
Work in partnership with the Senior Admissions RN.
Collaborate with multiple departments, physicians, nursing staff, and other key stakeholders.