Transfer Center Coordinator

at  UPMC

Job ID: 6011180590
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Evening Job
Facility: University of Pittsburgh Physicians
Department: OPR MedCall
Location: 3600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 19.01-30.17 USD
University of Pittsburgh Physicians is looking for a full-time Transfer Center Coordinator to join the OPR MedCall team in Oakland, PA! This position is for the afternoon/evening shift, as well as every other weekend and holiday! This is a hybrid position with work from home opportunities after initial orientation and training (about 90-120 days).
UPMC MedCall serves as UPMC’s advanced physician resource for all aspects of patient transfers, referrals (urgent and non-urgent), and physician consultations. This department serves as the primary contact for referring physicians who are requesting the services of UPMC for continued patient care. This office is a 24-hour operation with various shifts, as well as rotating weekends and holidays. The MedCall department strives to create a consistent base schedule for employees, however in case of emergency or departmental needs, flexibility to work all shifts is required. This team is responsible for facilitating all patient transfers into and within the UPMC Health System by answering phones and initiating referrals and inpatient transfers from physicians and medical professionals. Responsibilities require the Transfer Center Coordinator to multitask, maintain great customer service, and identify and escalate concerns in an efficient manner. The ideal candidate for this position will have proficient computer and typing skills, exceptional phone etiquette and communication skills, and strong organization and prioritization skills. Proficient medical terminology knowledge is strongly preferred, while direct patient care and/or medical training experience is a plus. A working knowledge of EPIC and/or Medipac is also a plus. If you are interested in a fast-paced work environment, multitasking while being exposed to multiple facets of the healthcare industry and being able to directly impact patient care and physician efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Five (5) years customer service experience or call center experience
• OR two (2) years emergency or healthcare call center
• OR four (4) years in a healthcare business setting
• OR two (2) years of direct patient care experience with EMS or in a role such as a Medical Assistant, LPN or PCT,
• OR successful completion of an LPN or RN training program
• Knowledge of medical terminology or medical training preferred.
• Computer literacy/data entry skills.LICENSURE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND CLEARANCES:
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• Provide and assist physicians with emergent and non-emergent transfers, consults, and other calls received for all facilities. Efficiently and accurately transcribe interactions on calls. All documentation on transfers to be completed and entered in department database timely.
• Request and coordinate all medical transportation, as necessary. Provide initial information to admissions, case managers and bed flow coordinators of incoming patients; update all admission records as necessary.
• Serve as preceptor and assist with training of new staff.
• Answer calls into the UPMC transfer center (MedCall) to provide a point of entry into UPMC: the scope is unlimited (local and worldwide). Responsible for meeting departmental benchmarks related to call handling and transferring.
• All documentation on transfers to be completed and entered in department database timely.
• Maintain an awareness of services and capabilities of UPMC facilities in support of the outreach efforts of the transfer center.
• Appropriate escalation of issues, bed assignments, and problems as determined by departmental protocols.
• Knowledge of multiple communication methods utilized by the department.
• Maintain a familiarity with internal systems available and necessary in the performance of the job.
• Accurate and timely documentation of call information per departmental standards.
• Input patient registration information into EPIC/Medipac.
• Make outbound calls to clarify requests, provide bed assignments, and seek additional details.
• Display attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Make appropriate decisions based on the established protocols.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills, remaining professional and courteous when dealing with sensitive issues and stressful circumstances.
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills.