Bed Booking Clerk

Position Summary

Join Fraser Health Authority and become part of a fast-growing organization delivering excellent healthcare to over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. This role offers career growth, a competitive salary starting at CAD 31.19 per hour, four weeks of vacation initially, comprehensive health benefits, and a pension plan.

Fraser Health embraces a diverse workforce and fosters a workplace environment based on Respect, Caring and Trust. Inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe hiring practices are fundamental to our recruitment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain current bed utilization data by managing bed maps, waiting lists, and monitoring patient discharges and transfers at assigned sites.
• Assign beds to acute care patients by assessing requirements, including elective operating room scheduling, verifying availability, and ensuring assignments meet nursing unit standards.
• Coordinate with nursing units, hospital departments, physicians, and external hospitals or agencies regarding bed status, patient placement, and usage.
• Collaborate with BC Bedline by handling relevant inquiries, directing calls appropriately to Access or Shift Coordinators, and updating bedline census per policy.
• Process computer entries for patient discharges and transfer requests.
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned.

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 education.
• At least three years of recent related work experience or a combination of education and experience equivalent to this.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Ability to type at a speed of 40 words per minute.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to engage positively with others.
• Organizational competence to manage work efficiently.
• Capability to operate relevant office and computer equipment.
• Physical capacity to perform necessary job functions.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health serves a diverse population across traditional lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and encompasses 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. Our services are delivered by more than 50,000 dedicated staff, medical professionals, and volunteers.

We prioritize environmental sustainability and cultivate a culture of respect and inclusivity.

Additional Information

Salary: CAD 31.19 per hour.

Vacation: Four weeks starting vacation.

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