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Patient Transportation Coor

Published
January 31, 2025
Location
PORTLAND, OR

Description

Legacy Health

Patient Transportation Coor

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

US-OR-PORTLAND

Job ID: 25-41615
Type: Regular Full-Time
Emanuel Medical Ctr campus

Overview

You represent the Legacy mission in all you do. Your strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills inspire your work providing transportation for our patients. In short, you help make life better for others.

Responsibilities

The Patient Transportation Coordinator is responsible for reviewing and coordinating non-emergent medical transportation requests for patients leaving the hospital and reviewing and coordinating acute patient transport within the hospital system. You will work closely with various stakeholders (internal and external) to coordinate transportation logistics and prioritize patient needs. Operating within our 24/7 lean department, you will be an integral part of our continuous improvement efforts, identifying opportunities to streamline transportation processes and enhance operational efficiency. Your proactive approach to problem-solving and your commitment to excellence will contribute to our overarching goal of delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

Education:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in healthcare administration, business, behavioral health, social services or a related field preferred.
Experience:
Two years of healthcare work environment experience required.
Skills:
Strong organizational skills Knowledge of community resources and the social service delivery system Excellent organization, oral, and written communication skills for effective interaction with various stakeholdersAbility to foster communication and build relationships among the treatment teamExcellent time management skillsComputer literate and ability to utilize Microsoft programs and Electronic Medical Records System (Epic) Data managementInitiate coordinationInvestigate and create new transportation pathways.
LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action.

Equal opportunity employer/vet/disabled.

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