Aspirus, Inc
PATIENT PLACEMENT SPECIALIST - ADMISSION AND TRANSFER
Aspirus, Inc, Wausau, Wisconsin, United States, 54401
Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.
These are the Aspirus Core Values, and we are looking for the BEST to join us in demonstrating these values every single day.
We are seeking a
PATIENT PLACEMENT COORDINATOR
in
Wausau, WI
at
Aspirus Wausau Hospital .
Managing bed capacity is essential to the smooth running of a hospital, as all departments depend on bed availability. Determining the optimal number of hospital beds involves models and techniques sensitive to multi-level, uncertain, and dynamic variables. Every decision impacts bed availability and patient flow. Planning involves forecasting and organizing activities to achieve goals. Bed management includes monitoring hospital admissions, discharges, and patient movements to gather accurate information and identify bed availability across all units.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Five years of experience in an acute care facility, with knowledge and expertise in patient placement and bed management, demonstrating critical thinking and prioritization skills.
Experience in patient placement is beneficial.
Bachelor’s Degree in a healthcare-related field.
Effective delegation, decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
Good coaching and communication skills.
Problem-solving abilities.
Understanding of patient placement and bed utilization optimization.
Strong communication and listening skills.
Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
High level of accuracy, even under pressure.
Excellent organizational skills.
Proficiency with PC-based applications such as spreadsheets, email, and Outlook.
Strong leadership, initiative, and judgment.
Participative problem-solving skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Commitment to protecting confidential data.
Negotiation skills.
Ability to collaborate with physicians and nurses.
Hours: This position is Part Time, 0.6 FTE or 48 hours per pay period.
Employee Benefits
Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time employees.
PTO accrual from day one!
Generous retirement plan with matching contributions.
Wellness program for employees and families.
About Aspirus Wausau Hospital Serving patients in 14 counties across northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Aspirus Wausau Hospital is a licensed, not-for-profit facility with 325 beds and 350 physicians in 35 specialties. It is a Level II trauma center providing primary, secondary, and tertiary care, with special emphasis on cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics, and cancer care. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 220, with approximately 15,000 admissions annually, over 50,000 outpatient visits, and more than 24,000 emergency visits annually. To learn more about Wausau, click
here .
Known for its world-class cardiovascular program, Aspirus Wausau also offers advanced cancer, trauma, women’s health, and neurological care.
Our Mission & Vision Mission:
We heal people, promote health, and strengthen communities.
Vision:
Aspirus aims to create healthy, thriving communities and be the most trusted and engaged health system.
Our Culture As part of the Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, plan for the future, work with enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference, and aim to improve community health.
For more information, visit
aspirus.org .
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These are the Aspirus Core Values, and we are looking for the BEST to join us in demonstrating these values every single day.
We are seeking a
PATIENT PLACEMENT COORDINATOR
in
Wausau, WI
at
Aspirus Wausau Hospital .
Managing bed capacity is essential to the smooth running of a hospital, as all departments depend on bed availability. Determining the optimal number of hospital beds involves models and techniques sensitive to multi-level, uncertain, and dynamic variables. Every decision impacts bed availability and patient flow. Planning involves forecasting and organizing activities to achieve goals. Bed management includes monitoring hospital admissions, discharges, and patient movements to gather accurate information and identify bed availability across all units.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Five years of experience in an acute care facility, with knowledge and expertise in patient placement and bed management, demonstrating critical thinking and prioritization skills.
Experience in patient placement is beneficial.
Bachelor’s Degree in a healthcare-related field.
Effective delegation, decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
Good coaching and communication skills.
Problem-solving abilities.
Understanding of patient placement and bed utilization optimization.
Strong communication and listening skills.
Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
High level of accuracy, even under pressure.
Excellent organizational skills.
Proficiency with PC-based applications such as spreadsheets, email, and Outlook.
Strong leadership, initiative, and judgment.
Participative problem-solving skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Commitment to protecting confidential data.
Negotiation skills.
Ability to collaborate with physicians and nurses.
Hours: This position is Part Time, 0.6 FTE or 48 hours per pay period.
Employee Benefits
Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time employees.
PTO accrual from day one!
Generous retirement plan with matching contributions.
Wellness program for employees and families.
About Aspirus Wausau Hospital Serving patients in 14 counties across northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Aspirus Wausau Hospital is a licensed, not-for-profit facility with 325 beds and 350 physicians in 35 specialties. It is a Level II trauma center providing primary, secondary, and tertiary care, with special emphasis on cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics, and cancer care. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 220, with approximately 15,000 admissions annually, over 50,000 outpatient visits, and more than 24,000 emergency visits annually. To learn more about Wausau, click
here .
Known for its world-class cardiovascular program, Aspirus Wausau also offers advanced cancer, trauma, women’s health, and neurological care.
Our Mission & Vision Mission:
We heal people, promote health, and strengthen communities.
Vision:
Aspirus aims to create healthy, thriving communities and be the most trusted and engaged health system.
Our Culture As part of the Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, plan for the future, work with enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference, and aim to improve community health.
For more information, visit
aspirus.org .
#J-18808-Ljbffr