Bed Placement & Throughput Coordinator

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network in Cincinnati seeks a Patient Placement Coordinator to monitor patient placement across multiple portals and coordinate with clinical staff to ensure safe, timely admissions.

You will optimize bed availability, support EMTALA compliance, and guide nursing and admitting teams while maintaining exceptional customer service and effective communication in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma; associates degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 1–3 years in Patient Placement or Bed Booking.
• REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Able to analyze clinical situations and communicate clearly; knowledge of hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate all patient placement activities during operating hours.
• Adhere to EMTALA regulations and admitting/registration procedures.
• Provide guidance to nursing staff and physicians on patient placement and bed availability.
• Balance multiple bed requests and coordinate with admitting, EVS, and case management.
• Maintain timely communication with internal and external parties and ensure quality patient family experience.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Independent problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree preferred

Tools

Epic

Passport

OnBase

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Christ Hospital Health Network in Cincinnati seeks a Patient Placement Coordinator to monitor patient placement across multiple portals and coordinate with clinical staff to ensure safe, timely admissions.

You will optimize bed availability, support EMTALA compliance, and guide nursing and admitting teams while maintaining exceptional customer service and effective communication in a fast-paced hospital environment.