Patient Placement Specialist
About The Position
This position is responsible for co-managing the utilization of the facility's beds in the ADT and Tele-tracking systems. This position works collaboratively with the Hospital Shift Supervisors and all departments to prioritize bed assignments for all inpatient, observation and surgical day patients. Individuals in this position will be required to ensure all accommodation and patient types are correct and appropriate for the level of care. At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Requirements
- HS diploma or equivalent and
- 3-5 years experience Healthcare-related experience, Customer Service, or Business Office experience.
- High levels of multi-tasking in a high volume atmosphere with constant phone contact required.
Nice To Haves
- Education accepted in lieu of experience;
- Associates or above.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates all patient admits with House Shift Supervisor and inpatient nursing units.
- Performs data management and participates in regular review and quality checks of computer system information.
- Completes registrations in a timely manner.
- Obtains, manages and shares information pertaining to Patient Placement Specialists functions.
Benefits
- The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.
- Learn more about Children's Mercy benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
