Seattle, WA, 98194, USA
5 days ago
Patient Care Coordinator
**Job Description** **Harborview Burn and Plastic Surgery clinics** has an outstanding opportunity for a **Full-time Days** **Patient Care Coordinator.** **WORK SCHEDULE** + Full-time, (40 hours per week) + Day Shift + Monday-Friday (this position is a six month assignment from date of hire) **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** + Conveniently located near public transportation + Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve + Opportunity to provide career growth **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** + Act as a primary liaison for UWMC/UW Medicine Harborview and represent departmental physician(s) with hospital, patient and family, referring physicians, outside agencies, staff from outside hospitals and general public by providing information and advice regarding UWMC hospital services + Uses effective oral and written communication with a variety of Health Care Professionals, patients and their advocates hospital and clinic personnel both at UWMC and other medical facilities, representatives of insurance companies and other organizations related to the health care industry + May provide clinic charges for visit types, procedures, and surgeries to patients or prospective patient to the clinic. May provide estimated charges based on plan of care for purpose of patient deposits when patient is determined to be self-pay. This is done in conjunction with Financial Services and under the direction of the Health Services Manager, clinic Manager + Responsible for coordination of pre-admissions tests and procedures + Schedule and communicates pre-op planning and preparation to patient. Sends appointments and other information to patients + Manages OR block time. Release block-time and requests OR time through the Surgical Services Website + Responsible for scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling surgeries on ESI scheduling system and will monitor case order day prior to surgery and make any necessary changes **REQUIREMENTS** + A Bachelor’s Degree in a medically related or public relations field AND two years of experience in a tertiary patient care setting involving interaction with a variety of medical services, contact with patients and families, interaction with physicians, and proficiency in medical terminology. + Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. **ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER** As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. **Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.** **ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER** UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. **Become part of our team. (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs\_\_;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!niixB7\_pmXahC2054B-uf3myFAcZa3UbaxxSe91Qmw844mZ-iU3Mb3TVaYJ0eoZ2a2FnfK5rrARFYDQ$)** Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $52,164.00 annual **Pay Range Maximum:** $74,676.00 annual **Other Compensation:** - **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/ **Shift:** First Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?** This is a temporary position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 100.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory **About the UW** Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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