Pt Placement & Staffing Coord

Orlando Health•Lakeland, FL

About The Position

Opening Summer 2026 at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL. The Orlando Health System of Care includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our dedicated team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Join us! Combining the collective strengths of two powerhouse organizations, Orlando Health and the high-quality physicians at Watson Clinic are expanding access to award-winning specialty care for patients in Polk County and beyond. Opening in summer 2026, Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital – a state-of-the-art, seven-story, multi-specialty hospital – will serve as a vital 550,000 square-foot healthcare hub offering: 300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds 11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites Dedicated labor and delivery services – including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that will debut shortly after the hospital opens Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services Advanced surgical procedures Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Polk County as part of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital opening team and share in the privilege of saying you were there from the very beginning. Benefits Beyond the Expected Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you. Benefits that begin on Day 1 Four (4) weeks paid parental leave Debt-free degrees through our Preferred Education Program Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs Back-up childcare and elder care Fertility benefits and adoption assistance NCLEX reimbursement Free NCPDs for RN license Free Kaplan review courses Dedicated RN career counselor and GN Coordinators to develop you Specialty certifications reimbursement And more! Position Summary: The Patient Placement Coordinator monitors Bedboard for efficient patient flow from admission to discharge.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of healthcare related experience required.
Medical terminology knowledge required.
Computer experience required.

Nice To Haves

Heavy hospital scheduling experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicates with shift managers and Administrative Supervisors regarding bed availability.
Provides nursing units the information on patients to be placed via the Bedboard or telephone.
Logs all appropriate information on the patient placement log and the Bedboard.
Receives and books admission information from the Emergency Department, ancillary departments and physician offices.
Receives and logs patient orders and distributes to nursing unit upon patient arrival.
Creates and maintains patient placement spreadsheets and throughput reports.
Assists NOM/ANM with generating and distributing department reports.
Arranges for STAT cleans; calls and/or pages ready beds to areas where patients are waiting.
Informs Administrative Supervisor of issues as they arise.
Responsible for taking calls from nursing units regarding staffing deficits and bed management issues.
Responsible for taking calls from and maintaining logs for flex pool team members and Alternate Duty Program employees regarding work availability.
Responsible for communicating staffing needs in a timely manner to Administrative Supervisors and nursing unit leadership.
Assists Administrative Supervisors with staffing.
Responsible for tracking staff sick/absent calls.
Demonstrates telephone etiquette, communication skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and to prioritize appropriately.
Responds to inquiries and concerns of various customers of the Administrative Supervisors’ office, some of which may be of a confidential nature.
Establishes and maintains files and records.
Operates copy machine and fax machine.
Orders and stocks office supplies.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Attends departmental meetings and participates in process improvement initiatives.
Completes all Orlando Health mandatory education.
Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development.
Performs additional duties as assigned.