Patient Placement Coordinator - Day Shift

Mass General Brigham•Somerville, MA

1d•$22 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Responsible for efficiently managing the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients including coordinating bed assignments, ensuring appropriate placement, and optimizing hospital resources to meet patient care needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Admissions/Registration/Bed Management Experience 2-3 years required
Knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to understand patient medical records and physician orders.
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and hospital information systems for patient data management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, healthcare providers, and hospital staff.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to manage patient placements in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-solving skills to address challenges related to patient flow and bed availability.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment and prioritize tasks based on patient needs.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree Healthcare Management preferred
Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the process of admitting and placing patients in appropriate hospital units or departments based on their medical needs, bed availability, and hospital resources.
Collaborate with various hospital departments, including nursing units, emergency department, and surgery, to monitor bed availability, occupancy rates, and patient flow.
Review patient medical records, physician orders, and nursing assessments to determine the level of care required and suitable placement within the hospital.
Prioritize patient placement based on medical urgency, acuity, and available resources to ensure that critically ill patients receive immediate attention and appropriate care.
Optimize hospital resources and capacity by balancing patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to maintain efficient patient flow.
Address challenges related to bed availability, patient needs, and resource constraints to ensure a smooth patient placement process.