Patient Placement Coordinator

Job Summary

You will track patient placement needs and availability, assign beds across hospital departments, and coordinate with nursing and medical staff to optimize patient flow.

Responsibilities

• Expertly assign beds based on existing policies and collaborate with clinical teams.
• Monitor admissions, transfers, and discharges to maximize bed utilization and resolve bottlenecks.
• Communicate bed changes to all involved departments and maintain accurate automated systems.
• Determine safe and appropriate patient bed assignments based on admission criteria and documented diagnosis.
• Prioritize bed placement using age-specific requirements, diagnosis, and patient condition.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines for patient admissions and internal transfers.
• Accurately process admissions, transfers, and discharges in the clinical information system.
• Maintain patient status by making changes as necessary and updating multiple systems.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) year as a Coordinator, Patient Access or Patient Placement in a hospital or healthcare setting

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ. SJHMC is a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We are a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We are more than a hospital; we are a community dedicated to a mission of service. Leaders in Specialized Care: Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) and Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI) are national leaders in advanced neurological and thoracic care. Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7. Why SJHMC? Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth. Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being. Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

Pay

$18.00 - $24.35 /hour