As our Patient Placement Coordinator, you will be responsible for tracking patient placement needs and availability, expertly assigning beds across all hospital departments to optimize patient flow. Every day, you will coordinate bed assignments based on existing policies, collaborating closely with nursing and medical staff. You will continuously monitor admissions, transfers, and discharges to maximize bed utilization and resolve bottlenecks. Additionally, you will communicate bed changes to all involved departments and maintain accurate automated systems, leveraging your knowledge of medical terminology to facilitate appropriate preliminary bed assignments for discussion with clinical teams. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, a strong ability to manage real-time data, and effective coordination with diverse clinical teams. Independently determines safe and appropriate patient bed assignments based on patient admission criteria and documented diagnosis. Prioritizes bed placement using age specific requirements, diagnosis and condition of patient. Ensures compliance with regulatory guidelines for admissions of patients as well as internal transfer of patients. Accurately processes admissions, transfer and discharges in the clinical information system. Monitors patient admissions and makes changes to patient status as appropriate requiring multiple system updating. Job Requirements. Required. High School Diploma or GED - One (1) year as a Coordinator, Patient Access or Patient Placement in a hospital or healthcare setting. Where You'll Work. Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service. Leaders in Specialized Care:Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments. Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques. Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest E - Rs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7. Why SJHMC? Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth. Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being. Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care. This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness. Total Rewards Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards. Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.