Patient Placement Specialist | Patient Placement | Night | Full-Time

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Leesburg seeks a Patient Placement Specialist. The role is a technical position within the Bed Control team, requiring extensive knowledge of UF Health Central Florida patient placement protocols and the McKesson/HBOC patient processing system.

Strong reading, writing and spoken English are essential. The incumbent will coordinate patient movement through the facility with efficiency, using Medical Terminology and precise communication, tact and patience to support caregivers and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Patient Placement Specialist reports to the System Director Bed Control/Nursing Supervisor and is part of the Bed Control team. The Patient Placement Specialists role as a part of this team is a technical one, requiring extensive knowledge of UF Health Central Florida patient placement protocols, the McKesson/HBOC patient processing system, and flow of information related to moving patients through the facility in an efficient manner. Working knowledge of Medical Terminology is required, as well as excellent communication skills, tact and patience.

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience Required:

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English