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Regional West Health Services
Transfer Center Specialist
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What they do
A Logistics Specialist plans and manages logistics, including the distribution and transportation of supplies, equipment or materials for a company or organization. Develops order schedules and policies, tracks shipments, coordinates storage and works with suppliers and transportation companies. Implements efficient and cost-effective transportation and distribution systems.
$63,367 / year median in Nebraska
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Regional West Medical Center is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Transfer Center Specialist to support patient flow through efficient coordination of interfacility transfers. This role serves as the central communication hub between referring providers, transport teams, and hospital departments, ensuring safe, timely, and seamless patient movement.
A Day in the Life ofYour day starts the moment you log inphones, alerts, and requests are already coming in. As the central hub for patient movement, you quickly begin coordinating incoming and outgoing transfer requests, ensuring every detail is captured and routed efficiently.
Throughout the day, youre in constant communication with transport teams, including ground EMS and air medical services. You track locations, provide updates, and ensure everyone stays informed as patient needs evolve. At the same time, youre working behind the scenes to secure and communicate bed assignments, making sure the receiving team is prepared when the patient arrives.
Between calls, you carefully document each transfer interaction in the EHR and transfer systems, maintaining accurate, real-time records that support continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
In critical moments, especially with air transport, you may also review and communicate weather conditions, helping ensure safe travel for both patients and transport crews.
By the end of your shift, youve handled dozens of moving pieceseach call, each coordination, each decision contributing to timely care for patients who need it most. And while you may not always see the patients face-to-face, your impact is felt in every safe, successful transfer.
QualificationsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent required
Make a meaningful impact on the patient experienceOpportunity for growthCompetitive compensation and benefits packageA conditional job offer is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug test and background checks. A Physical Capacity Profile may be required for some positions.
A Day in the Life ofYour day starts the moment you log inphones, alerts, and requests are already coming in. As the central hub for patient movement, you quickly begin coordinating incoming and outgoing transfer requests, ensuring every detail is captured and routed efficiently.
Throughout the day, youre in constant communication with transport teams, including ground EMS and air medical services. You track locations, provide updates, and ensure everyone stays informed as patient needs evolve. At the same time, youre working behind the scenes to secure and communicate bed assignments, making sure the receiving team is prepared when the patient arrives.
Between calls, you carefully document each transfer interaction in the EHR and transfer systems, maintaining accurate, real-time records that support continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
In critical moments, especially with air transport, you may also review and communicate weather conditions, helping ensure safe travel for both patients and transport crews.
By the end of your shift, youve handled dozens of moving pieceseach call, each coordination, each decision contributing to timely care for patients who need it most. And while you may not always see the patients face-to-face, your impact is felt in every safe, successful transfer.
QualificationsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent required
Preferred:
EMT, LPN, or RN education or certificationIAMTCS certification preferredExperienceAt least 2 years of healthcare experience preferredFamiliarity with medical terminology and hospital workflowsExperience with phone, radio, or dispatch communication systems preferredExperience with emergency procedures, navigation systems, or aviation support is a plusSkillsExcellent communication and multitasking abilitiesStrong organizational and problem-solving skillsAbility to remain calm and prioritize in high-pressure situationsProficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and computer systemsWork Environment & ExpectationsFast-paced, high-stress healthcare environmentRequires strong critical thinking and rapid decision-makingMust be able to manage multiple communication channels simultaneouslyAvailability for variable shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtimeWhy Regional West?Make a meaningful impact on the patient experienceOpportunity for growthCompetitive compensation and benefits packageA conditional job offer is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug test and background checks. A Physical Capacity Profile may be required for some positions.