Transfer Center Dispatcher | Phone Triage | Le Bonheur Children's | FT | Ni at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare North

Memphis, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Triage, Patient Care, Computer Skills, Emergency Response, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Time Management, Customer Service, Clinical Decision Making, Data Entry, Call Management, Organizational Skills, Compassion, Attention to Detail, Independent Judgment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Responsible for answering calls received to the Transfer Center, collecting information relevant to the caller's needs in a computer software interface, determining the appropriate response to the caller's need and responding and connecting the caller with the correct facility, physician and or department. Define and triage patient care problems and gives appropriate instructions to ensure timely and effective action and quality of care. Responsible for clinical decisions involving triage and determining patient placement as it relates to the scheduling of appointments for clinic visits and procedures in the hospital setting. Has responsibility as liaison representing the center to the public. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Responsible for answering calls received to the Transfer Center, collecting information relevant to the caller's needs in a computer software interface, determining the appropriate response to the caller's need and responding and connecting the caller with the correct facility, physician and or department. Define and triage patient care problems and gives appropriate instructions to ensure timely and effective action and quality of care. Responsible for clinical decisions involving triage and determining patient placement as it relates to the scheduling of appointments for clinic visits and procedures in the hospital setting. Has responsibility as liaison representing the center to the public. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Correctly answers and greets callers to the Transfer Center and quickly determines the type of assistance needed by the caller. Correctly utilizes Transfer Center patient software to capture caller demographics, reason for call, patient information, transport times, and other pertinent information. Correctly utilizes the Conveyant Call Management Software. Dispatches transports in accordance with Policy and Procedure. Dispatches calls in a correct and efficient manner in accordance to Policy and Procedures Education Qualifications Technical Degree or Diploma Emerg Medical Tech (EMT) Technical Degree or Diploma Paramedic Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing - LPN Associate's Degree Nursing- RN Associate's Degree Respiratory Care Technical Degree or Diploma Medical Assistant Experience Qualifications 1-3 years EMT, 1-3 years LPN, 1-3 years Paramedic, 1-3 years RN, 1-3 years RRT or 3-5 years Minimum of three (3) of medical call center experience with a Certified Medical Assistant background required Skills and Abilities Ability to type 45 wpm accurately. Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials, such as patient records. Ability to communicate verbally with all level of associates, management, physicians, patients and their families. Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment in a professional area. Ability to work within an interdisciplinary environment as a member of a team dedicated to shared patient/family responsibilities. Ability to type and utilize computer systems and call center software to meet the necessary requirements. Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow. Licenses and Certifications Advanced Emergency Medical Personnel - Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division Advanced Emergency Technician - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health Emergency Medical Personnel Arkansas - Arkansas Department of Health Emergency Medical Personnel Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division Licensed Practical Nurse - Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing Licensed Practical Nurse - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing Paramedic - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health Paramedic - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board Registered Nurse Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing Registered Respiratory Therapist - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board Registered Respiratory Therapist - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care AAMA Certified Medical Assistant - The American Association of Medical Assistants AMT Registered Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologists NAHP Certified Medical Assistant - National Association of Health Professionals NCCT Medical Assistant - National Center for Competency Testing NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - National Healthcareer Association Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - National Registry Of Emergency Medical Technicians Emergency Medical Technician - National Registry Of Emergency Medical Technicians Registered Paramedic - National - National Registry Of Emergency Medical Technicians Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The ability to sit for long periods in a call center environment. Must have good balance and coordination. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. Ability to react quickly and calmly to emergency situations. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for answering calls received to the Transfer Center and determining the appropriate response to the caller's needs. This includes triaging patient care problems and connecting callers with the correct facility, physician, or department.