What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Coordinator position at Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital?
As the lead position, the primary responsibility of the Distribution Coordinator is to direct the activity of all patient Transporters and Decontamination Techs within the department to ensure the timely response to all calls received by the department. The Distribution Coordinator must have a complete understanding of all department responsibilities as it relates to the hospital, receive, dispatch and prioritize all calls
and resolve issues when necessary. The Distribution Coordinator may also be required to perform transport or Decontamination duties when staffing is limited.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions-Receive request through Epic ADT/P Transport Manager.
-Enter all required information into Epic Transport Manager.
-Dispatch calls to available transporters via pager or Vocera.
-Implement break and lunch times minimizing how the department will be impacted during these times.
-Correct scheduling issues that might occur calling in replacement transporters as necessary.
-Transport patients and supplies when needed for staffing reasons.
-Daily code cart cage inventory outdate and supply check and complete code cart restocking if necessary.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in a lead or supervisory position preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards. - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English: oral, written and typed. - Computer and typing skills.
Physical RequirementsStanding Constantly (67-100%)
Walking Constantly (67-100%)
Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to an employee’s protected status, such as age, race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in a lead or supervisory position preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards. - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English: oral, written and typed. - Computer and typing skills.
Physical Requirements
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to an employee’s protected status, such as age, race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation.