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Join us at Guidehouse.ResponsibilitiesThe Hospital Bed Board Coordinator Part 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.
This position is a night shift position (11 PM 7:30 AM) three weekends a month with rotating 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.STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE (Note: these standards are expected of every employee.)Sense of OwnershipDemonstrate personal commitment to quality job performance, a sense of responsibility for high achievement, professional appearance, awareness of current events throughout the hospital, and positive promotion.Positive AttitudeMaintains a sense of understanding and compassion at all times while conveying energy and pride in all forms of communication: verbal, written, and non-verbal.ResponsivenessAccommodates the needs of others through the use of timely actions, clarification, apologies, considerations, and the offering of additional information.CommunicationOpenly interacts with patients and visitors through greetings and introductions, courteous gestures, engaging listening and feedback in dialog, providing helpful information, and addressing conflict in an appropriate manner.Commitment to Co-workersCooperatively seeks to support and contribute to the work of others by offering assistance, acknowledging accomplishments, applying fair and respectful treatment, and addressing conflict in an appropriate manner.Privacy/ConfidentialityUpholds the information and dignity of the patient in the highest regard through private and appropriate conversations and security procedures such as filing charts, logging out of computer screens, closing doors/curtains, and covering patients.Safety AwarenessKeeps work area and surrounding environment clean and safe, reports practices and situations that may cause harm.
Follows patient safety, including but not limited to, hand washing and patient identification.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED equivalent.Previous experience in an acute care setting or related health care setting or strong previous customer service experience.Experience in patient admittance, bed board, or secretarial work.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.Leadership.Strong conceptual, as well as quantitative and qualitative analytical skillsAdditional RequirementsThe successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described.DisclaimerAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse 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.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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Rewards and BenefitsGuidehouse 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 InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Voluntary Life InsuranceHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care FlexibleSpending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach#IndeedSponsored