Utilization Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - Runnymede Healthcare Centre

Runnymede Healthcare Centre
Runnymede Healthcare Centre
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Toronto, Canada

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Utilization Coordinator - Intake - Temporary Full-Time


If you would like to work with a team of professionals who are committed to enriching the lives of patients we invite you to join Runnymede Healthcare Centre as a
Utilization Coordinator - Intake.


Position Summary:


The Utilization Coordinator - Intake serves as the coordinating contact between the referring organisation, inter-professional team, patient and/or Substitute Decision Maker (SDM).

The Utilization Coordinator - Intake works collaboratively with the referring agency, to facilitate a safe and efficient transition to Runnymede Healthcare Centre (RHC).

As the primary contact for all admissions, (s)he provides pertinent information to referring organizations prior to and during the admission process, assesses each patient placement and ensures appropriate access to services.


Responsibilities include:


  • Plans, coordinates and manages all inpatient referrals and admissions to RHC.
  • Conduct clinical assessment to evaluate appropriateness of referred patients based on established program's criteria, including patient's ability to succeed within a rehabilitative care delivery model.
  • Establishes the initial contact with the referral source.
  • Coordinates the date and time of patient admissions or transfers with the referring/receiving facility.
  • Facilitates and coordinates seamless flow of external patient admissions, transfers, and discharges that ensure "the right patient is placed in the right bed at the right time" to optimize maximum bed capacity.
  • Liaises with interprofessional team members as required to plan a safe and effective transition of care.
  • Collects and maintains accurate records during the preadmission process.
  • Works collaboratively with the clinical operation leadership team to develop strategies/Clinical Pathways to improve and enhance admission and flow.
  • Manages the waiting list and occupancy in accordance with RHC Bed Management Guidelines.
  • Monitors patient transfers to acute care and ensures compliance to bed holding policy.
  • Actively promotes a culture of safety for both patients and employees by participating in safety education and training, by reporting incidents or unsafe situations to his/her supervisor, and by complying with the hospital's safe work practices.
  • Minimum of an undergraduate degree in healthcare related field required
  • Member in good standing with a professional healthcare related regulatory college required
  • Minimum (3) years clinical experience preferably in a Rehabilitation/ Complex Continuing Care setting
  • Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office Suite
  • Demonstrated expertise with geriatric, neurological and MSK conditions
  • Demonstrates flexibility and ability to work under pressure in a fastpaced, dynamic workplace environment

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee's first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital's obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
While we thank all applicants only those under consideration for the position will be contacted.


We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).


Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.


Job Type:
Fixed term contract


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Employee assistance program

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Toronto, ON M6S 3A3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • Are you a member in good standing with a professional healthcare related regulatory college?

Education:


  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:


  • Rehabilitation/ Complex Continuing Care clinical: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
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