Under the general direction of the ED Administrative Supervisor/Manager, the incumbent coordinates administrative and reception support functions in Emergency Department. Facilitates communication within and across treatment areas and external Hospital departments. Arrives patients, coordinates arrival to the treatment Areas, monitors patient disposition to aid throughput, facilitates movement to/from test sites and procedure areas. Organizes belongings, paperwork, transportation for discharge of patient. Triages all telephone calls and responds accordingly. Monitors entrances to secured areas, screens before allowing entry. Must be sensitive to patient needs and responsive to medical and nursing staff needs. Receives patients’ relatives and visitors and directs them to the appropriate individual(s). Effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential . Provides support as needed to all ED staff. Must have excellent customer service and organizational skills. Is expected to train and be competent to cover 7 unique treatment areas with different workflows and requirements. Expected to train and be competent to cover ED Main Desk position.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation.
PATIENT ARRIVAL PROCEDURES
PATIENT TRACKING PROCEDURES
TREATMENT AREA OPERATIONS PROCEDURES
PATIENT DISCHARGE / TRANSFER / DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
TELEPHONE / PAGING / VOALTE PROCEDURES
VISITOR ASSISTANCE FUNCTIONS
PATIENT ON CALL TO OR PROCEDURES
SUPPLIES / EQUIPMENT / EOC FUNCTIONS
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: (MUST be realistic, neither overstated nor understated, and related to the essential functions of the job.)
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Sound judgment and critical thinking
Ability to prioritize effectively
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment
Strong organizational and follow-through skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to be flexible and to function within a team environment
Has the ability to maintain composure in stressful circumstances.
Basic computer skills and/or facility to learn computer skills required for Microsoft Outlook, EPIC, etc.
Schedule Requirements
Every weekend
All incumbents must work up to 6 holidays per year.Education
Experience
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