Patient Placement Coordinator
CurrentThe Patient Placement Coordinator works closely with hospital personnel to facilitate bed and service assignment. Works to optimize patient flow in the hospital by prioritizing admissions and transfers from multiple sources. Demonstrates flexibility and initiative to diagnose issues and provide timely resolution supporting patient safety and process efficiency. Responds to a variety of requests from hospital staff in a fast-paced environment, makes independent decisions that require individual and/or team analysis, reasoning and problem solving. Interprets, applies and communicates Mayo Clinic policies regarding hospital patient flow to support the timely admission and transfer of hospital patients. Must have excellent communication and customer service skills as well as possess the ability to multi-task, apply critical thinking, and possess effective communication skills.