Clinical Admissions Coordinator, Admissions & Patient Flow

POSITION TYPE : Casual
SALARY SCALE : 47.329 to $55.126 per hour
CLOSING DATE : Continuous Opportunity

Why should I join Bruyère?

At Bruyère, we're much more than health organization; we're a community built on respect, compassion, accountability, collaboration, and learning. If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to be part of something bigger than yourself, join us at Bruyère, where compassion meets innovation to drive positive change.

What is in it for me?

• Generous percentages in lieu of benefits and annual leave
• Defined benefit pension plan (when applicable)
• Wellness program and on-site gyms
• Employee perks program
• Mental health support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional development and learning opportunities

What would my role be?

Reporting to the Manager, Admissions and Patient Flow, you will:

• Facilitate pre-admission, triage, and coordinate admissions of patients to CCC, Rehab, and Palliative Care. While responsibilities are divided between two individuals (e.g., rehab/palliative and CCC), you must collaborate closely for an integrated approach and cover for each other as needed.
• Maintain effective and efficient processes to facilitate the timely triage and admission of eligible patients, working closely with internal and external partners.

How do I qualify?

Required:

• An Undergraduate degree in Nursing or Allied Health from an accredited university.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a hospital setting, specifically in complex continuing care (CCC), rehabilitation (Rehab), and/or palliative care.
• Valid professional certification in a healthcare discipline, which could include credentials as a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or other allied health professions.

Preferred:

• Fluent in French and English (Candidates who do not meet this language requirement are eligible to apply for this position and may be considered if there are no other suitable applicants who meet this requirement.)

What skills should I possess to succeed in the role?

• Advanced clinical assessment skills and clinical judgment for determining patient eligibility and planning admissions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with multiple agencies and individuals.
• Strong organizational skills and leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of the healthcare system.
• Demonstrated ability to function in a self-directed manner.
• Able to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, aligning with patient flow needs and bed availability.
• Advanced computer literacy for efficient frequent navigation of multiple different computer applications, including electronic patient record systems.
• Advanced Knowledge of Medical Terminology.

About Bruyère

Bruyère is Eastern Ontario's leading health organization specializing in aging, rehabilitation, and care for those with multiple complex medical conditions. We bring together compassionate, person-centered care with world-class research to maximize quality of life for those we care for and their loved ones.

Bruyère has a proven history of addressing gaps in our health system with compassion, innovation, and courage. Today, as an academic health sciences center, we are training the next generation of health professionals to see—and take action on creating—a better health system for all.

Additional Information

All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of your degrees and certifications, if applicable, in one of Canada's official languages must also be included. Please note that any inaccuracies in the information provided may result in your application being rejected.

Please note that the pre-screening questions must be submitted by all applicants as part of the application process and that answers are for information purposes only and will not disqualify internal candidates from competitions provided that the candidate meets the required qualifications of the position as per the posting.

Bruyère promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyère is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

All Bruyère employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination as per our Enhanced COVID-19 Immunization policy.

An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent following the submission of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The next step is yours, apply now!