Coordinator Patient Placement - Patient Logistics

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible for providing 24/7 coverage for the Patient Logistics Department. Patient Placement Coordinator (PPC) responsibilities include obtaining patient bed reservations for inpatient and outpatient services, coordinating room assignments to optimize bed utilization, critically thinking to manage appropriate patient flow, working closely with RN Transfer Center Liaison and RN Clinical Liaison to collaborate the complex triage of incoming transfers from other locations, and verifying patient census. Registration responsibilities include completing the appropriate registration for patient services by maintaining encounter integrity, obtaining patient demographic and insurance information, and ensuring entry and data integrity between Electronic Health Record, Patient Flow Software and ADT System. This position is also responsible for mentoring and training new members of the team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years job related experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S)

• Call center experience preferred.
• Experience in a medical environment preferred.

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental and vision with no waiting period.
• Total Rewards Program highlighting various additional offerings such as Be Well programs, fitness discounts, paid time off, personal time, parental leave, retirement, identity theft protection, competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, and Virtual Benefits Orientation.
• Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

• Exceptional opportunities to learn and grow.
• Exposure to a wide patient population.
• Opportunity to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH CORPORATION?

• Commitment to hiring dedicated employees passionate about supporting the entire integrated health system.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

RECRUITER CONTACT

Elyse Hahn at erider@pennstatehealth.psu.edu