Program Coordinator - Ortho MedSurg Unit

Trinity Health•Baker City, OR

34d•Onsite

About The Position

At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care. Position Summary & Highlights: We are seeking a Program Coordinator for our Ortho Med Surg located in Bakery City, Oregon. This is a full-time day's (40 hours per week) position. In this role you can make a difference by applying your current coordinating experience and skills.

Requirements

Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS.
Must have verbal skills to present information and ideas, capable of dealing with people and working closely with patients; workable knowledge of safety procedures; must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language; must have patience and enthusiasm as well as the willingness and ability to handle difficult situations with good judgment; must be able to work as a team member; must have ability to multi-task easily and manage time, must be willing to learn.
Physical Therapy Assistant license.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the swing bed program under the direction of the Medical/Surgical supervisor.
Responsible for growth of swing bed patient volume through collaboration with inpatient units, providers, therapy services, and care management across Saint Alphonsus Healthcare system as well as other acute care hospitals.
Serve as a central point of contact for discharging hospitals and for patients/families in the swing bed program.
Ensure quality care for patients of all ages across the life span and support patients throughout their stay to facilitate smooth transition back into the community.
Provide clinical support and fulfill job duties as necessary within their licensed professional field, including patient care activities both direct and indirect for swing bed patients.