Hospital Bed Board Coordinator - Onsite PART Time, NIGHT Shift
Guidehouse
Huntington Park, CA
23 hours ago
$38,000.00 - $63,000.00
Job Description
The Hospital Bed Board Coordinator will oversee bed availability across the hospital, monitoring admissions, transfers, and discharges in real-time to ensure effective patient flow. This part-time night shift role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various healthcare staff.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor patient admit status from the ED to inpatient settings
Communicate with ER staff and inpatient charge nurses regarding patient status and bed availability
Initiate ongoing communication regarding bed availability and patient flow
Review medical admit orders for accuracy
Conduct walking rounds with inpatient charge nurses
Maintain collaborative interactions with physicians and staff
Operate the hospital's electronic bed board
Perform daily hospital census reconciliation
Notify staff regarding bed delays
Anticipate potential barriers to admissions and intervene appropriately
Maintain professionalism during interactions
Participate in performance improvement opportunities
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent
One year or more of experience in an acute care setting or related health care setting or strong previous customer service experience
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or ability to obtain within 90 days of start date
Preferred Qualifications
Team player with ability to follow systems and protocols
Highly organized with strong oral and written communication skills
Confidence in outreach to other health care organizations
Demonstrates sound judgment and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel
Critical thinking and resourcefulness
Experience in patient admittance or administrative work
Strong analytical skills
Benefits & Perks
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysDiscretionary variable incentive bonus eligibilityParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental Life InsuranceHealth Savings Account and Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement and Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare Program