Patient Transfer Coordinator

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

UT Health East Texas in Tyler, TX is looking for a full-time Patient Logistics/Transfer Coordinator. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating the scheduling, admission, and transfer of patients from various facilities. The ideal candidate should have a High School diploma and at least 3 years of clinical experience in an acute care setting. The position offers career growth opportunities and a people-first environment. Join us in making healthcare better.

Qualifications

• 3 years of clinical experience in an acute care setting required.
• 3 years of clinical experience in ED or Critical Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates scheduling/admission/transfer of patient admissions.
• Manages tasks for patient transport and Environmental Services.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a rotating shift, full-time, Patient Logistics/Transfer Coordinator in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health East Texas is comprised of 9 hospitals, more than 90 clinics, nearly 7,500 employees and over 1,000 licensed inpatient beds. We provide healthcare services through our hospitals, clinics, Level 1 trauma facility, air emergency fleet and EMS service.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the scheduling/admission/transfer of all patient admissions from referring hospitals, clinics, urgent care clinics and physician offices to effectively balance the impact to clinical and operational areas and facilitate effectual throughput.
• Coordinates all components related to the initial admission, transfer, or consultation of critical and non-critical patients into the accepting facility from referring hospitals, clinics, and physician offices with some guidance.
• Manages and dispatches tasks for patient transport and Environmental Services.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 years of clinical experience in an acute care setting

Preferred Job Requirements

• 3 years of clinical experience in ED or Critical Care