Bed Management Coordinator, Per Diem, Varied, Bed Management

Atlantic Health; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

403(b) Retirement Plan

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave

Backup and On-Site Childcare

Well-Being Rewards

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program

Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts

Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Job summary

Atlantic Health in Florham Park, NJ is seeking a dedicated individual for patient bed placement coordination. This role involves oversight of patient admissions and transfers, ensuring alignment with physician orders and efficient resource management. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and experience in a healthcare setting, with knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Benefits include comprehensive health coverages, retirement plans, paid leave, and other supportive services.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Healthcare Facility, Hospital System or relevant area.
• Experience with EPIC.
• Medical terminology experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning the bed placement for all patients entering inpatient or observation status.
• Tracks, performs and enforces all activities involving placement and movement of patients.
• Helps to monitor efficient transfers and discharges.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for planning the bed placement for all patients entering inpatient or observation status. Tracks, performs and enforces all activities which involve the placement and movement of patients and helps to monitor efficient transfers and discharges.

Principal Accountabilities

• Reviews the medical records of patients and provides the appropriate bed assignment that aligns with the physicians' orders and patient's needs.


• Coordinates admissions and transfers with the Patient Transfer Center, Physicians' offices, and other units within the hospital based on the assignment of the appropriate bed.


• Obtains bed assignments for all internal patients (ED, PACU, ICU, etc.), and other units within the hospital to ensure proper bed placement.


• Transfers patients in-house as needed, ensuring that critical transfers are given priority and while following hospital procedure.


• Maintains proper documentation and completes bed control worksheets accurately.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a Healthcare Facility, Hospital System or relevant area.


• Experience with EPIC.


• Medical terminology experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full‑time and part‑time team members)


• Life & AD&D Insurance.


• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability (with options to supplement).


• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non‑elective contribution.


• PTO & Paid Sick Leave.


• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising.


• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave.


• Backup and On‑Site Childcare.


• Well‑Being Rewards.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program.


• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts.


• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance.

EEO Statement

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.