CUPE

Job Title: Bed Control Specialist
Status: Casual Part Time
Department: CAPACITY ACCESS AND FLOW
Program: CAPACITY ACCESS/PT TRANSFER
4, 8 and 12 Hour Shifts; Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $33.380 - $35.250 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500002299

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Bed Control Specialist works as part of the Patient Flow Team, reporting
directly to the manager, Patient Capacity, Access & Flow. The primary function is to
coordinate admissions, bed assignments, (for all medical, surgical, emergent, ICU,
ER, other) transfers and discharges, process deaths and ensure accuracy of hospital
census. This position also coordinates transfers to and from other hospitals
ensuring alignment and focus on repatriation agreements, and maximizing bed
utilization. The Bed Control Clerk will effectively and efficiently monitor activity
related to patient access, patient placement and bed allocation to ensure equitable
access to inpatient beds. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Medical Office Administration Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Admitting experience required;
• Demonstrated knowledge of bed control (tested):
• Knowledge of medical terminology (tested);
• Keyboarding skills of 40 w.p.m (tested);
• Basic level Word, Excel, and Outlook (tested):
• Current registration with a professional college such as the college of Health Records Administration is considered an asset;
• Knowledge of Meditech Admissions Module;
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Proven prioritization, organization and time-management abilities;
• Proven critical thinking skills;
• Proven ability to work well in a high paced environment with frequent interruptions;
• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision and to demonstrate initiative and be a self-starter;
• Physically capable of reaching, pulling, bending, walking, lifting, carrying frequently throughout the shift to accomplish tasks;
• Proven attention to detail;
• The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize them;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety,

and environmental safety and participation in regular in service education sessions in this area.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.