Patient Flow & Bed Utilization Coordinator

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health in Houston is seeking a PFCC Coordinator to manage system bed utilization for Ben Taub, LBJ, and related campuses, coordinating with PFCC leadership, nursing and support services to ensure safe patient placement and efficient bed turnaround.

The role monitors discharges, prioritizes bed cleaning with EVS, coordinates medically-assisted transportation for discharges, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare or Business Administration or any other healthcare-related field (Preferred).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support from approved American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Program Preferred.
• Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas Preferred.
• Three (3) Years Work Experience in hospital bed management, patient placement, transfer center operations, or patient flow coordination within an acute care or multi-hospital health system preferred.
• Familiarity with Epic System preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to support safe and appropriate patient placement in a fast-paced operational environment preferred.
• Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact).
• Analytical Abilities
• Medical Terminology Knowledge

Responsibilities

• Manage the system bed utilization process across Ben Taub, LBJ, and Hospital at Home campuses.
• Collaborate with PFCC leadership, nursing and support services to ensure appropriate patient placement.
• Monitor discharges and notify PFCC Supervisor when bed availability is critical or bottlenecks occur.
• Direct prioritization of bed cleaning in collaboration with EVS services to ensure efficient turnaround.
• Coordinate medically-assisted transportation needs for patient discharges as needed.
• Uphold standards of integrity and ethical behavior in line with policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical Abilities

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare or Business Administration

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic System

Job description

Harris Health in Houston is seeking a PFCC Coordinator to manage system bed utilization for Ben Taub, LBJ, and related campuses, coordinating with PFCC leadership, nursing and support services to ensure safe patient placement and efficient bed turnaround.

The role monitors discharges, prioritizes bed cleaning with EVS, coordinates medically-assisted transportation for discharges, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.