Patient Flow Coordinator
Core
Coordinates patient flow, bed placement, and transfers across VCU affiliated hospitals to ensure optimal care levels and continuity for diverse patient populations.
Role type
Patient Flow Coordinator (Clinical/Administrative)
Builds
Patient placement strategies, transfer coordination workflows, and equitable care pathways for VCUHS and community patients.
Domain
Healthcare / Hospital Operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient triage, bed management, transfer coordination, clinical practice guidelines application, multi-priority handling, acute care knowledge, regulatory compliance (EMTALA)
Preferred skills
ICU/ED/OR experience, leadership/precepting, project initiation, cultural responsiveness
Technologies
One Call Center, Lifecom, hospital bed management systems
Responsibilities
Coordinate patient triage, bed placement, and in/outbound transfers; manage psych intake referrals; monitor compliance with EMTALA and registration policies; collaborate with physicians and nursing staff on admission criteria; facilitate multi-function tasks for continuity of care.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC