Bed Management Scheduler
Allentown, GA - USA
Job Summary
Imagine a career at one of the nations most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network a nationally recognized forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. Were a Magnet(tm) Hospital having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Centers prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an A grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020 the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHNs commitment to teamwork compassion and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether youre considering your next career move or your first you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
Coordinate inpatient /observation bed assignments from ED PACU and direct admits for all sites. Perform account creation in EPIC for direct admissions and patient transfers. Coordination of release of decedent persons with funeral homes. Works collaboratively with all teams in the Capacity Command Center to promote efficient patient movement.
Job Duties
- Assigns beds for all sites from ED PACU and direct admissions.
- Manages telephone calls including opening transfer center case records for the transfer center RNs to complete.
- Manages all calls concerning decedent affairs releases decedents to funeral directors. Calls resource to move decedents when needed.
- Knowledge of hospital insurance and successful completion of account creation.
- Excellent telephone skills with the ability to problem solve
- Working knowledge of medical terminology
- Coordinates and prioritizes to expedite patient flow activities. Works to prevent bottlenecks from the EDs and PACUs at all LVHN campuses.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- Ability to work independently but can work in a team environment.
- Knowledge of insurances and medical terminology.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
- Excellent telephone skills.
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 7 lbs. continuous sitting >67% frequent keyboard use/repetitive motion frequent fine motor activity/wrist position deviation.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
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Work Shift:
Night ShiftAddress:
2024 Lehigh StPrimary Location:
Allentown - 2024 Lehigh StreetPosition Type:
OnsiteUnion:
Not ApplicableWork Schedule:
7p-7a with every third weekend and holiday rotationDepartment:
COH - Bed ManagementAbout Company
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