Patient Placement Coordinator - Regional Access Center

Overview

To coordinate patient transfers and bed assignment to include all services within the capabilities of the organization. Collaborates with accepting physician regarding provision of care for patient admission. Complies with guidelines, institutional policies and procedures, and other information to determine appropriate transfers and admissions into Medical Center, Emergency Department, and St. Bernards Behavioral Health.

• Medical terminology knowledge or relevant experience preferred.
• Experience
• One year of related healthcare experience preferred.

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

Normal hospital environment. Occasional exposure to fumes, odors, biological and electrical hazards. Normal/corrected eyesight with close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Uses computer, telephone, copier, fax, scanner and adding machine. Lifting up to 50 lbs, carrying up to 20 lbs, pushing and pulling up to 100 lbs.