Hospital Triage Liaison
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Overview
The Henry and Lois Foster Hospital for Small Animals provides 24-hour care for pets 365 days of the year. Since 1979, we have offered high quality medical care, consultation, referral and emergency veterinary services for the care of dogs, cats and exotic pets. The hospital also serves as the primary clinical training environment for the veterinary students, interns and residents.
What You'll Do
This position supports the FHSA mission of delivering excellence in patient care, clinician support and client service by providing initial and follow-up communication to clients and RDVM's. This position will assist clients and RDVM's by triaging possible emergency situations, directing calls, and educating callers on hospital policy and fee structure. In addition, this position works closely with the ECC team, especially during times of caseload diversion. This position works remotely and in-hospital as needed.
- Triage Emergency Calls
- Assess client calls and determine urgency. Advise clients to either present to our ER or to a different facility (suggestions provided).
- Serve as the ECC contact for referring veterinarians.
- Communicate with ER re: caseload diversion, arrival of critical emergencies, clarification on emergency calls, and RDVM calls.
- Coordinate with SAH reception, client liaisons, and switchboard during ER diversion and communicate about pertinent ER status.
- Educate clients on ER hospital policies and protocols including financial policy.
- Identify areas for improvement; recommend solutions and assist in developing new protocols.
- Promote and enhance good communication and strong relationships with faculty, technicians and staff.
- Establish electronic medical record for incoming cases as appropriate.
- Record pertinent client information in StringSoft
- Hospital Calls
- Direct callers to appropriate Hospital Service.
- Manage urgent requests from clients and RDVMs; ex. critical medications, home instructions, and medical records.
- Offer alternative resources when appropriate; Poison Control Hot Line, alternate ER practices, alternate oncology and general practices, financial assistance opportunities.
- Record pertinent client information in StringSoft.
- Administrative:
- Work with ECC Supervisors to assist with student training.
- Onboard, train and mentor new staff and student members.
- Assist with student and staff schedule coordination.
- Develop, update and distribute SOPs, and reference material.
- Continuing Education and Miscellaneous
- Attend in-Hospital and Remote meetings as required.
- Participate in Client Service and ER meetings, trainings and certifications.
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2 -3 years’ experience working in a veterinary practice with client interaction
- Experience with case triage and SA medicine
- Exceptional communication skills (phone and in-person).
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage high call volumes.
- Ability to effectively work as a positive member of a diverse team of clinical and administrative professionals
- Basic computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn electronic medical record systems.
- Veterinary Assistant Certification Upon Hire
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree or
- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field of study
- 3 -5 years experience in emergency medicine
- Experience in ER phone triage
- Proven experience of providing excellence in service
- CVT qualification Upon Hire
Salary Range
Minimum $23.00, Midpoint $27.35, Maximum $31.70
