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Transfer Center Specialist

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$16.57 - $20.71/hr

In the patient placement role, the Transfer Center Specialist will be responsible for facilitating patient flow within Monument Health, balancing bed requests with priority of need. This position ...

Transfer Center Specialist

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$16.57 - $20.71/hr

In the patient placement role, the Transfer Center Specialist will be responsible for facilitating patient flow within Monument Health, balancing bed requests with priority of need. This position ...

Transfer Center Specialist

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$16.57 - $20.71/hr

In the patient placement role, the Transfer Center Specialist will be responsible for facilitating patient flow within Monument Health, balancing bed requests with priority of need. This position ...

Transfer Center Specialist

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$16.57 - $20.71/hr

In the patient placement role, the Transfer Center Specialist will be responsible for facilitating patient flow within Monument Health, balancing bed requests with priority of need. This position ...

Transfer Center Nurse Specialist * Syracuse * Registered Nurses * Full-time * Opening on: Mar 19 2026 * Upstate Transfer Center * State of New York * TH Instructional Support Associate, NSSL2 * 88832

$31.50 - $53.66/hr

Transfer Center Nurse Specialist Summary: Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring a skilled Transfer Center Nurse Specialist to join our team. Type of Opportunity: Part time Job ...

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What is a transfer center specialist?

A Transfer Center Specialist is a healthcare professional who coordinates and facilitates the transfer of patients between hospitals, clinics, or other medical facilities. They serve as a central point of contact, ensuring that patient transfers are handled efficiently, safely, and in compliance with hospital policies and regulations. Their role involves communicating with medical staff, arranging transportation, verifying patient information, and ensuring proper documentation is completed. Transfer Center Specialists play a crucial role in optimizing patient care by streamlining the transfer process and minimizing delays.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transfer center specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transfer Center Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in healthcare or medical administration, often supported by an associate's degree or relevant experience. Familiarity with hospital information systems, patient management software, and multi-line phone systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to remain calm under pressure are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure efficient patient transfers, accurate documentation, and seamless coordination between healthcare facilities to support patient care.

What are some common challenges faced by transfer center specialists when coordinating patient transfers, and how are they typically addressed?

Transfer Center Specialists often encounter challenges such as managing urgent transfer requests, communicating efficiently between multiple healthcare facilities, and ensuring all necessary patient information is gathered promptly. These challenges are typically addressed by following standardized protocols, utilizing specialized software to track and document transfers, and working collaboratively with clinical and administrative teams to facilitate smooth transitions. Strong organizational skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential for success in this dynamic role.

What is the difference between Transfer Center Specialist vs Patient Access Representative?

AspectTransfer Center SpecialistPatient Access Representative
CredentialsTypically requires healthcare-related certifications or experienceUsually requires medical office or administrative certifications
Work EnvironmentHospital or healthcare facility, focusing on patient transfersMedical office, hospital registration, or front desk setting
Employer & IndustryHospitals, healthcare systems, emergency servicesClinics, hospitals, outpatient facilities
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

The Transfer Center Specialist primarily manages patient transfers between departments or facilities, requiring healthcare certifications and working in hospital environments. In contrast, the Patient Access Representative handles patient registration and insurance verification, often in outpatient or clinic settings. While both roles support patient flow, their responsibilities and work settings differ significantly.

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What states have the most Transfer Center Specialist jobs?

States with the most job openings for Transfer Center Specialist jobs include:

Infographic showing various Transfer Center Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Transfer Center Specialist

Monument Health

Rapid City, SD • On-site

$16.57 - $20.71/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


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Job description

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Primary Location
Rapid City, SD USA
Department
RCH Transfer Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Starting Pay Rate Range
$16.57 - $20.71
(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
Job Summary
In a Transfer Center role the Specialist will be the single point of contact for facilities/providers requesting transfer to a Monument Health hospital. The Specialist obtains patient information critical to determining the appropriate Monument Health provider and level of care while coordinating phone call between the referring and receiving providers. In the patient placement role, the Transfer Center Specialist will be responsible for facilitating patient flow within Monument Health, balancing bed requests with priority of need. This position works closely with referring hospitals, receiving hospital, and internal Monument Health physicians and caregivers. The specialist must demonstrate skilled customer focus while coordinating patient transfer.
Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:
*Supportive work culture
*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account
*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions
*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
*Opportunities for growth and advancement
*Tuition assistance/reimbursement
*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions
*Flexible scheduling
Job Description
Essential Functions:
  • Proficient in data entry, telephone systems with call recording, and / or Bed Management systems and office-oriented systems as required to support operations.
  • Responsible for working to improve relations with referring providers while interacting with multiple departments in order to ensure quality care to patients.
  • Facilitates communications with referring and receiving providers.
  • Follows up with referring and receiving providers to gather feedback and ensure a seamless process.
  • Acts as a customer service representative taking appropriate steps to meet the needs of all callers.
  • Maintains accurate and timely documentation relating to all calls.
  • Scans documents into patient record.
  • Escalates issues and communicates appropriately with Transfer Center CRN and/or Director as appropriate.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and remain flexible.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory requirements including EMTALA.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements
Required:
Experience - 1+ year clinical setting
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
Preferred:
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
Sedentary work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Job Category
Nursing
Job Family
Nursing Support
Shift
Employee Type
PRN
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