Discharge Transportation Coordinator – MEDCOM (wage)
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University of Virginia
VA
Summary
Coordinate the movement of patients to and from the medical center using various transportation modes like ambulances and taxis. Interface with internal teams, external agencies, and families to ensure safe and timely patient journeys.
Job Description
Responsible for communicating and coordinating the movement of patients to and from University of Virginia Health using various resources such as ambulances, wheelchair vans, taxis, buses, and other means of transportation. Responsible for communicating with various internal and external customers involved with patient movement and medical center operations.
Work requires detailed knowledge of regional geography, familiarity with insurance coverages, and application and interpretation of organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Move Care Forward — Join UVA Health as a Patient Transport Coordinator
Be the connection that keeps patients moving.
In this essential role, you’ll coordinate safe, timely transportation using ambulances, vans, taxis, and more—ensuring every patient journey supports quality care.
What You’ll Do:
- Coordinate Transport: Manage logistics across multiple transport modes.
- Communicate Clearly: Interface with internal teams, external agencies, and families.
- Solve & Support: Investigate complaints, process invoices, and assist with policy improvements.
- Train & Track: Mentor peers and monitor transport volumes to improve operations.
What Sets This Role Apart:
- You’re the Hub: Every move starts with you—your coordination powers patient care.
- Dynamic & Impactful: No two days are the same. Your decisions shape real outcomes.
- Growth-Ready: Support process development, train others, and build cross-functional relationships.
UVA Health Benefits:
- Comprehensive Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Financial Wellness: Retirement plans with matching and tuition assistance.
- Time Off & Recharge: Generous PTO, holidays, and leave programs.
- Career Growth: Leadership development and internal mobility support.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma/GED
Experience: Relevant experience in the field.
Licensure
May be required based on position requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The pay range for this role is $20.00 - $24.24 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
UVA Physicians Group (UPG) was founded in 1979 as a supportive partner to UVA Medical Center and UVA School of Medicine. For over 40 years, UPG has been committed to improving the lives of UVA Health physicians & providers and to the mission, vision and values of UVA Health in service to our patients throughout the region.
UPG is an administratively supported group practice which operates as a collaborative UVA Health entity supporting UVA Health physicians & providers at UVA Medical Center and in a number of Clinical Practice Group (CPG) locations throughout Charlottesville and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Over 900 UVA clinical faculty members are dually employed through UPG and UVA School of Medicine's 21 clinical departments. UPG also employs nearly 200 advanced practice providers and other clinicians within UVA clinical departments, and approximately 150 physicians, advanced practice providers & clinicians in practices locally and regionally.
In addition to its clinical role in supporting the University’s mission to deliver world-class patient care, UPG provides administrative and financial functions that support care delivery and clinical management. Approximately 400 UPG team members fulfill these administrative and financial roles in Charlottesville locations and in clinics across the Commonwealth.
UPG is an independent 501(c)3 University Associated Organization (UAO) and is governed by its own Board of Directors with a public majority.
Founded
1979
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Charlottesville, VA
UVA Physicians Group (UPG) was founded in 1979 as a supportive partner to UVA Medical Center and UVA School of Medicine. For over 40 years, UPG has been committed to improving the lives of UVA Health physicians & providers and to the mission, vision and values of UVA Health in service to our patients throughout the region.
UPG is an administratively supported group practice which operates as a collaborative UVA Health entity supporting UVA Health physicians & providers at UVA Medical Center and in a number of Clinical Practice Group (CPG) locations throughout Charlottesville and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Over 900 UVA clinical faculty members are dually employed through UPG and UVA School of Medicine's 21 clinical departments. UPG also employs nearly 200 advanced practice providers and other clinicians within UVA clinical departments, and approximately 150 physicians, advanced practice providers & clinicians in practices locally and regionally.
In addition to its clinical role in supporting the University’s mission to deliver world-class patient care, UPG provides administrative and financial functions that support care delivery and clinical management. Approximately 400 UPG team members fulfill these administrative and financial roles in Charlottesville locations and in clinics across the Commonwealth.
UPG is an independent 501(c)3 University Associated Organization (UAO) and is governed by its own Board of Directors with a public majority.
Founded
1979
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Charlottesville, VA
