As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC ... Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and ...
As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC ... Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and ...
As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC ... Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and ...
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As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC ... Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and ...
New
As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC ... Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and ...
New
As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC ... Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and ...
New
As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC ... Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and ...
As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC ... Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and ...
Clerical Assistant -Counseling, Advising and Transfer Center, SC2COUNSSCAS (FA26)
Washington, DC · On-site
$15/hr
Clerical Assistant -Counseling, Advising and Transfer Center, SC2COUNSSCAS (FA26) Student Worker Eligibility: Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for Fall/Spring semester or 1 credit hour for ...
Clerical Assistant -Counseling, Advising and Transfer Center, SC2COUNSSCAS (FA26)
Washington, DC · On-site
$15/hr
Clerical Assistant -Counseling, Advising and Transfer Center, SC2COUNSSCAS (FA26) Student Worker Eligibility: Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for Fall/Spring semester or 1 credit hour for ...
Patient Placement Rep Capacity Management (Weekends, 11am-11pm)
Washington, DC · On-site
$24.53 - $37.44/hr
The transfer center will function to consolidate all calls for bed placement in WHC to expedite optimal patient placement. * May assist with the orientation/training of new employees as required.
Patient Placement Rep Capacity Management (Weekends, 11am-11pm)
Washington, DC · On-site
$24.53 - $37.44/hr
The transfer center will function to consolidate all calls for bed placement in WHC to expedite optimal patient placement. * May assist with the orientation/training of new employees as required.
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program.
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program.
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program.
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program.
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program.
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program.
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program.
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program.
Transfer Driver
Herndon, VA · On-site
$12.77 - $14.50/hr
Compensation Range: $12.77 to $14.50 Hourly Location: 14040 Park Center Rd, Herndon, Virginia 20171 United States of America OPEN AVAILABILITY Transfer Driver Ready to rev up your career? Do you like ...
Transfer Driver
Herndon, VA · On-site
$12.77 - $14.50/hr
Compensation Range: $12.77 to $14.50 Hourly Location: 14040 Park Center Rd, Herndon, Virginia 20171 United States of America OPEN AVAILABILITY Transfer Driver Ready to rev up your career? Do you like ...
Transfer Driver
Herndon, VA · On-site
$12.77 - $14.50/hr
Compensation Range: $12.77 to $14.50 Hourly Location: 14040 Park Center Rd, Herndon, Virginia 20171 United States of America OPEN AVAILABILITY Transfer Driver Ready to rev up your career? Do you like ...
Transfer Driver
Herndon, VA · On-site
$12.77 - $14.50/hr
Compensation Range: $12.77 to $14.50 Hourly Location: 14040 Park Center Rd, Herndon, Virginia 20171 United States of America OPEN AVAILABILITY Transfer Driver Ready to rev up your career? Do you like ...
ETL Developer
$51 - $66.75/hr
Knowledge of IRS business systems and data, Strong PostGres SQL experience (2 years) Experience with Informatica Power Center; SQL (2 years) Strong experience with ETL development and process from ...
ETL Developer
$51 - $66.75/hr
Knowledge of IRS business systems and data, Strong PostGres SQL experience (2 years) Experience with Informatica Power Center; SQL (2 years) Strong experience with ETL development and process from ...
Role: ETL Tech Lead ... Minimum five 8 years of current and hands-on experience with Informatica Power Center (v 8.x and ...
Role: ETL Tech Lead ... Minimum five 8 years of current and hands-on experience with Informatica Power Center (v 8.x and ...
We offer an excellent compensation package We are looking for Sr. ETL Developer in Washington, DC ... Power Center -Experience with AWS Redshift, DynamoDB, Salesforce.com - Experience with metadata ...
We offer an excellent compensation package We are looking for Sr. ETL Developer in Washington, DC ... Power Center -Experience with AWS Redshift, DynamoDB, Salesforce.com - Experience with metadata ...
... Center. Hands-on experience in configuration, design and development of large scale ETL and Enterprise Data Warehouse applications. Hands-on Informatica process Automation experience using Perl and ...
... Center. Hands-on experience in configuration, design and development of large scale ETL and Enterprise Data Warehouse applications. Hands-on Informatica process Automation experience using Perl and ...
Emergency Medicine Physician
Reston, VA · On-site
$217 - $227/hr
All subspecialties are accessible, and a state-of-the-art transfer center coordinates admissions and transfers, keeping your workflow efficient and your focus where it should be-on patient care
Emergency Medicine Physician
Reston, VA · On-site
$217 - $227/hr
All subspecialties are accessible, and a state-of-the-art transfer center coordinates admissions and transfers, keeping your workflow efficient and your focus where it should be-on patient care
We have an immediate need for a Senior ETL/BI/DW Tester who will: Develop, Document, Maintain Test ... Quality Center Tool experience a plus Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills Strong ...
We have an immediate need for a Senior ETL/BI/DW Tester who will: Develop, Document, Maintain Test ... Quality Center Tool experience a plus Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills Strong ...
Urgent Need ETL Ab Initio
Washington, DC · On-site
$57.75 - $75.50/hr
... Center's ETL processes for the delivery of statistical claims data to the Care Coordination Technical Infrastructure (CCTI) data warehouse environment 2. Evaluate ETL processes to generate and ...
Urgent Need ETL Ab Initio
Washington, DC · On-site
$57.75 - $75.50/hr
... Center's ETL processes for the delivery of statistical claims data to the Care Coordination Technical Infrastructure (CCTI) data warehouse environment 2. Evaluate ETL processes to generate and ...
For more details please visit our website www.epro-tech.com ETL Tech Lead 7+ years of current and hands-on experience with Informatica Power Center (v 8.x and higher) design, development and ...
For more details please visit our website www.epro-tech.com ETL Tech Lead 7+ years of current and hands-on experience with Informatica Power Center (v 8.x and higher) design, development and ...
Transfer Center information
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transfer center coordinator, and why are they important?
What is a transfer center?
What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in a hospital transfer center, and how can they be addressed?
What is the difference between Transfer Center vs Patient Access Representative?
| Feature | Transfer Center | Patient Access Representative |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Coordinate patient transfers between departments or facilities | Manage patient registration and scheduling at the front desk |
| Work Environment | Hospital or healthcare facility communication center | Hospital front desk or reception area |
| Required Credentials | High school diploma; healthcare communication skills | High school diploma; customer service skills |
| Common Industry Usage | Hospitals, clinics, healthcare networks | Hospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities |
While both roles are essential in healthcare settings, a Transfer Center primarily focuses on coordinating patient transfers between departments or facilities, ensuring smooth patient flow. In contrast, a Patient Access Representative handles patient registration, scheduling, and insurance verification at the front desk. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations within healthcare operations.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 11 days ago
Universal Health Services rating
6.8
Based on 253 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
490th of 887 rated healthcare providers
Job description
Join Our Exceptional Team at George Washington University Hospital
Since opening its doors in 2002, George Washington University Hospital has been at the forefront of medical innovation, providing cutting-edge care in a state-of-the-art facility. As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC, our hospital is renowned for its Level I Trauma Center and Level III NICU. We offer unparalleled expertise in cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, and advanced surgical procedures, including robotic and minimally invasive techniques. Operated by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, we are committed to excellence in patient care and organizational growth.
GWUH offers comprehensive benefits such as:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation
- Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
Position Summary:
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and the Transfer Center Medical Director, the RN-Transfer Coordinator develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the Transfer Center program. Promotes staff proficiency in the care of transferred patients. Assists with development and implements interdisciplinary strategies for providing a coordinated care program for transferred patients.
Qualifications
Education/Qualification
- BSN Required; Master's preferred
- 3 years nursing experience in critical care or trauma care setting
- CCRN preferred
- Knowledge of EMTALA and transfer regulations
Skills
- Effective communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to make sound judgements
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities
- Knowledge in data collection, interpretation and evaluation
- Computer/keyboard skills required
About Universal Health Services: One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
EEO Statement: All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams: We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Qualifications:Education/Qualification
- BSN Required; Master's preferred
- 3 years nursing experience in critical care or trauma care setting
- CCRN preferred
- Knowledge of EMTALA and transfer regulations
Skills
- Effective communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to make sound judgements
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities
- Knowledge in data collection, interpretation and evaluation
- Computer/keyboard skills required
About Universal Health Services: One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
EEO Statement: All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams: We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.
Industry
Health care and social assistance
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
King of Prussia, PA, US