Patient Care Concierge – Mission Hospital $24/HR

Towne Park • Mission Viejo, CA

2d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

At Towne Park, it’s more than a job, you can make an impact. A career with us is rewarding in more ways than one. As a hospitality services company, our commitment is to create smiles by delivering exceptional experiences. When you work with us, you have an opportunity to impact the millions of patients, visitors and guests we proudly serve. Whether providing compassionate service that eases the anxiety of a patient and their family, creating a memorable experience for a guest in a new city, or helping a colleague, every day is a new opportunity to brighten someone else’s day and make an impact. When we see a customer, a client or one of our own team members smile, we know we made an impact. It’s why we do what we do. Towne Park is a place where you can make a difference and create smiles every day. Click here for important notices that may be applicable to you. For more information about our privacy policy, please click here. The Patient Care Concierge is a multi-functional role that supports various hospital departments. This is a patient supporting nonclinical, non-certified associate responsible for providing exceptional hospitality and support to patients throughout their stay. The Patient Care Concierge can support the following functions patient sitting, inpatient transport, greeter and discharge lounge, and equipment porter responsibilities based on hospital needs and requirements. The Patient Care Concierge supports the patient experience and patient healing and recovery working closely with the hospital clinical teams.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Required
• Must be at least 18 years of age and be able to pass a criminal background, MVR and drug screen
• Must complete the Wheelchair Safety Training course provided by Towne Park
• Must complete HIPAA Training provided by Towne Park and, if required, by the hospital
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to read and write Standard English language.
• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Must be able to write simple correspondence.
• Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to guests, clients and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract three digit numbers and to multiply and divide by 10’s and 100’s; ability to perform these operations using units of time, American money, weight and volume measurement (including the metric system when appropriate).
• Must be able to understand 24 hour and military time systems.
• Possession of strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
• Skill and ability to use and operate a computer, fax machine, scanner, and copier.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience preferred
• Experience with directing staff preferred
• Computer experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Acknowledges and greets patients within 30 seconds while maintaining a professional and friendly demeanor. Always uses patient last name when appropriate.
• Assists visitors with directions, information, and other general inquiries, as appropriate.
• Escorts visitors as needed between departments; provide wayfinding services as needed.
• Answers the telephone promptly and politely and within client/Towne Health standards.
• Delivers messages, items and/or amenities as requested.
• Remains at bedside of assigned patient always unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Attend to the various non-clinical needs of the patient that don’t require physical contact.
• May perform basic functions in patient’s room such as providing water and alerting the nursing staff immediately if a medical emergency or irregular behavior is identified.
• Verbally calms and/or reorients the patient in cases of agitation or confusion in alignment with client philosophy and process.
• Responds to emergencies by immediately alerting nursing staff.
• Explains all procedures to the patient prior to beginning transport.
• Collects transport equipment and returns it to the appropriate storage area.
• Ensures patient comfort, safety and privacy at all times.
• Ensures that patients are not left unattended while in the care of the transporter.
• Transports and secures medical charts when conducting patient transports.
• Maintains the tracking, sanitization and distribution of all designated hospital/patient equipment.
• Demonstrates proper use of the patient transport tracking system/log sheets/computer technology.
• Collects equipment from various hospital locations distributes as required.
• Removes visible hazards and/or broken equipment from immediate environment and reports to Guest Service Captain or Account Manager as appropriate.
• Is familiar with hospital emergency codes and procedures in accordance with Joint Commission standards.
• Maintains accuracy and composure while under pressure.
• Maintains pleasant, friendly, and professional demeanor with all Guest/Patients, co-workers, and clients.
• Demonstrates a willingness and ability to assist others.
• Ensures that patient and business confidentiality is always maintained.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to enroll in accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and telemedicine benefits.
• Employees are also able to enroll in the company’s 401k retirement savings plan.
• Eligibility requirements depend on your job classification, length of employment and number of hours worked.
• Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
• Seasonal and temporary roles are not eligible for benefits outlined above.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED