Concierge Role at Barnes-Jewish Hospital Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Role Purpose:
Coordinates office operations ensuring coverage of both the business center and the information desks as required. Assists the Lead Concierge in development of promotional materials which may include content for reports, briefings, newsletters or other written information related to the concierge program. Provide database management and tracking of concierge statistics.
Responsibilities:
Performs front office duties, takes incoming calls, tracks inventory, compiles data, prepares reports, covers the concierge desks as needed and provides support to concierge volunteers. Responsible for providing non-medical guidance and assistance to patients and families. Acts as a communication liaison, to hear and understand a patient's individual needs, desires, and concerns. Guides and connects the patient and family to a range of non-medical services, amenities, and information that can support effective healing and ensure a positive patient care experience. Visits VIP's daily and follows up with correspondence upon discharge. Rounds on inpatients ensuring an excellent patient experience. Assists and supports orientation and training of new concierge, as well as assisting Lead Concierge in completion of daily tasks, database maintenance and service tracking. Serves as a link between patients/families and private services to provide additional amenities. Consults with department leadership throughout the hospital to find out how they can meet the needs of newly admitted patients and those who stay for extended periods. Organizes services to help patients, families and visitors with daily needs that may otherwise be difficult to meet in a hospital setting.
Minimum Requirements
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 2-5 yearsSupervisor Experience: No Experience
Preferred Requirements
Education: Associate's Degree
Experience: 5-10 yearsSupervisor Experience: < 2 years
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