Patient Logistics Specialist II - Center for Patient Flow - AM (707)

Position Overview Pay range: $18.85 - $30.65 / hour Shift: full-time AM Schedules: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more. Job Description Coordinates complex internal and external patient transfers for UAB hospitals by gathering and evaluating clinical information, aligning patient needs with facility capabilities, and ensuring timely acceptance. Collaborates extensively with departments, referring providers, and hospital leadership to optimize patient flow and support strategic bed placement across the system. Maintains accurate data and upholds all clinical and regulatory requirements (including EMTALA) while ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and communication standards. Utilizes multiple electronic systems with advanced proficiency and provides professional, responsive service through the transfer call center. In addition, serves as a resource and representative for the Care and Patient Flow (CPF) program by contributing to placement strategy, leading quality reviews, supporting staff development, and representing the department in committees, huddles, and audits. Qualifications High School diploma or GED and 4 years of related experience. Why Work at UAB Medicine We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama. UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.

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