EMT|LPN| RN | Patient Transfer Coordinator | Shelby Oaks | FT | Day

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Transfer Center Coordinator is responsible for coordinating inpatient bed assignments for patients at Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare. The incumbent optimizes and prioritizes patient flow activities throughout the System, as well as coordinates and facilitates the patients entry into MLH from other health care facilities. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview The Transfer Center Coordinator is responsible for coordinating inpatient bed assignments for patients at Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare. The incumbent optimizes and prioritizes patient flow activities throughout the System, as well as coordinates and facilitates the patients entry into MLH from other health care facilities. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Receives and processes telephone calls requesting assistance with admissions and transfers. Collaborates effectively with hospital staff, medical staff and on-call specialists. Maintains a high degree of familiarity and demonstrates compliance with all established policies and procedures related to coordination of patient referral and transport. Education/Formal Training Requirements Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing - LPN Technical Degree or Diploma Paramedic Associate's Degree Emerg Medical Tech (EMT) Associate's Degree Nursing- RN Work Experience Requirements Bed control 1-3 years Healthcare or medical office environment Licenses and Certifications Requirements Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - National Registry Of Emergency Medical Technicians Emergency Medical Personnel Arkansas - Arkansas Department of Health Emergency Medical Personnel Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division Licensed Practical Nurse - Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing Licensed Practical Nurse - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing Registered Nurse Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrates a working knowledge of EMTALA rules and regulations. Demonstrate ability to learn new computer programs and perform basic data entry. Ability to multi-task in fast paced, call center environment. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities associated with this positon. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Education: Associates Degree: Emerg Medical Tech (EMT) (Required), Associates Degree: Nursing- RN, Technical Degree or Diploma: Nursing - LPN, Technical Degree or Diploma: Paramedic Work Experience: Bed control, Healthcare or medical office environment Certifications: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - National Registry Of Emergency Medical Technicians, Emergency Medical Personnel Arkansas - Arkansas Department of Health, Emergency Medical Personnel Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division, Licensed Practical Nurse - Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing, Licensed Practical Nurse - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing, Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.

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