Hospital Bed Board Coordinator - Onsite Full Time, Swing/Evening Shift - Guidehouse
Los Angeles, CA
About the Job
Job Family:
Admitting Representative
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
The Hospital Bed Board Coordinator (Full Time) will regulate bed availability throughout the hospital. Bed Board Coordinators function as key associates overseeing bed availability hospital-wide. Admissions, transfers and discharges will be monitored in real time to facilitate effectual throughput and patient flow.
Shift: Swing Shift 3PM--11:30PM, with rotating weekends & holidays
Monitors admit status of patients from the ED to the inpatient/Observation setting.
Communicates with ER staff, ED care managers, house supervisors, environmental services, and inpatient charge nurses regarding patient status and bed availability.
Initiate clear, concise, and ongoing communication regarding bed availability and patient flow.
Reviews medical admit orders for accuracy and completion, as well as to oversee bed availability for admits, transfers, and discharges.
Conducts walking rounds with inpatient charge nurses to establish bed status of availability or non-availability.
Has knowledge on insurance verification to determine accurate insurances on all admissions, i.e. HMO, PPO, Medicare Days, authorizations etc.
Maintains positive, effective, collaborative interactions with physicians, department directors, and staff members to communicate the needs of patients and the facility.
Operates the hospitals electronic bed board with detail and efficiency.
Possesses basic registration sills.
Exemplifies analytical thought processes, prioritizing critical admits and in-house transfers as medically indicated.
Completes a daily hospital census reconciliation.
Notifies house supervisor, CM, ED, environmental services, and inpatient staff regarding bed delays.
Anticipates potential barriers to admittance, unit transfers, and discharges, intervening appropriately to offset any adverse impact.
Maintains a calm, professional, rational demeanor during all times of interaction.
Performs well and maintain bed stability in situations involving conflict or crisis.
Adheres to organizational and departmental policy maintaining confidentiality and patient rights.
Participates in performance improvement and knowledge advancement opportunities.
Performs other duties as assigned by manager and/or director of care management.
What You Will Need:
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Previous experience in an acute care setting OR related health care setting OR strong previous customer service experience.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association OR ability to obtain within 90 days of start date.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
A team player that can follow a system and protocol to achieve a common goal.
Highly organized and well developed oral and written communication skills.
Confidence to communicate and outreach to other community health care organizations and personnel.
Demonstrates sound judgment, decision making and problem-solving skills.
Proficient computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
Critical thinking.
Resourcefulness.
Experience in patient admittance, bed board, or administrative work.
Strong conceptual, as well as quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
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The annual salary range for this position is $37,600.00-$56,400.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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