Scheduling Coordinator

Jimmy Jazz; Othello (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

EIB

403b Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Othello Community Hospital, a full-service critical access facility in Othello, WA, is seeking a Scheduling Coordinator to plan and maintain daily staffing and monthly nursing schedules, reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer. You will collaborate with nursing departments to ensure adequate and safe staff coverage.

This role requires applying contract terms, adjusting schedules for patient care needs, and coordinating with nursing supervisors to minimize costs while preserving quality care

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a staffing coordinator or other clerical health care experience preferred.
• Must possess the ability to manage work schedules for the Nursing staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of stressful situations. Utilize diplomacy and tact in interactions with staff and the public.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Experience with Meditech and electronic scheduling systems, i.e. Kronos.
• Must have ability to work accurately with numbers and schedules.
• Ability to continuously multi-task, with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Basic Life Support Heart Saver (HS) level to be completed within three (3) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of current labor contracts and administers staffing needs accordingly.
• Interprets contracts and hospital policy and uses good judgment in their application
• Assists with the posting of work schedules with approval of Nursing Department Directors. Processes Personnel Action Requests (PAR) for nursing staff in a timely manner.
• Continuously prepares, updates, double-checks, and adjusts staffing to meet patient care needs and matrix on succeeding shifts (evenings, nights, next day, weekends).
• Works closely with CNO and Nursing Supervisors to ensure adequate and appropriate staffing for all shifts. Finds replacement or coverage for absences, including sick calls, using the most cost-efficient appropriate resources.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Clerical healthcare experience

Staff management

Effective communication

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power

Meditech & Kronos

Numerical skills

Multi-tasking & problem-solving

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

• Location 315 N 14TH AVE,Othello, WA, 99344,United States
• Base Pay $19.77 - $35.81 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Caring for you 24/7

VISION
At the heart of everything we do, our goal is to be a trusted leader
in high-quality care, creating a safe and supportive environment
where patients and employees feel valued and respected.

MISSION
To provide welcoming, accessible, and trusted healthcare
rooted in family centered care, ensuring our community
feels supported and valued close to home.

VALUES
C A R E (I N G)
C: COMPASSIONATE A: ACCESSIBLE R: RELIABLE E: EXCELLENCE

Othello Community Hospital is a full-service, critical access hospital located in Othello, Washington. Open 24/7, it provides both inpatient and outpatient care to the surrounding Adams County community with a strong commitment to accessible, high-quality healthcare.

Core Services Include:

• 24-hour Emergency Department and Ambulance Services
• Surgical Services : General, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, and Endoscopy
• Obstetrical Care : Labor, delivery, and neonatal support
• Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory Testing
• Anesthesia and Respiratory Therapy
• Physical Therapy and Occupational Health
• Sleep Center for diagnosing and treating sleep disorders

The hospital accepts most insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid (Apple Health), and offers financial assistance programs. Services are available in Spanish, and there are no eligibility restrictions for care.

Othello Community Hospital is seeking a Scheduling Coordinator. This position is responsible for working with Managers on duty to plan/maintain daily staffing and monthly schedules for nursing departments. The individual in this position reports to the Chief Nursing Officer. This position works closely with all nursing departments and staff in orer to provide adequate and safe staff coverage. The individual in this position will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of Othello Community Hospital along with having the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates.

• Location: Othello Community Hospital, Othello, WA
• Departments: Nursing
• Status: Full-Time; (benefit earning)
• Wage Range: $19.77 – $35.81/hour

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains knowledge of current labor contracts and administers staffing needs accordingly.
• Interprets contracts and hospital policy and uses good judgment in their application
• Assists with the posting of work schedules with approval of Nursing Department Directors. Processes Personnel Action Requests (PAR) for nursing staff in a timely manner.
• Continuously prepares, updates, double-checks, and adjusts staffing to meet patient care needs and matrix on succeeding shifts (evenings, nights, next day, weekends).
• Works closely with CNO and Nursing Supervisors to ensure adequate and appropriate staffing for all shifts. Finds replacement or coverage for absences, including sick calls, using the most cost-efficient appropriate resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience as a staffing coordinator or other clerical health care experience preferred.
• Must possess the ability to manage work schedules for the Nursing staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of stressful situations. Utilize diplomacy and tact in interactions with staff and the public.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Experience with Meditech and electronic scheduling systems, i.e. Kronos.
• Must have ability to work accurately with numbers and schedules.
• Ability to continuously multi-task, with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Basic Life Support Heart Saver (HS) level to be completed within three (3) months of hire.

Summary

Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, EIB, 403b Retirement Plan, Life Insurance and EAP