The Role
To manage and coordinate hospital reservations and bed control activities
To coordinate medical and surgical admissions to ensure maximum utilization of bed resources.
Daily scheduling of beds and communication to each ward
Late discharge reports from each ward and update KPI’S
Maintain interface with hospital and clinic managers and support staff to ensure compliance with hospital and division policies and procedures.
Liaise with A&E, ICU, and Cath lab on a daily basis
Liaise and update the Admissions Manager & Admissions Office daily
Patient communication via the Patientcare line to ensure top service is given to all patients pre‑op
Update census every evening
Liaise unscheduled care for GUH medical beds assigned daily
Liaise daily with Infection Control to move out & isolate patients accordingly
Daily pre‑admission calls to patients
Develop and/or update policies and procedures required for admission office and patient discharge planning as essential to meet Joint Commission International Standards.
Prepare daily, monthly and annual reports and analyses, including operating statistics (as assigned), setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions for the growth of Bed management.
Discharge planning & communication
Any other duties as assigned by the Head of Bed Management and COO.
The Candidate
Clinical background – desirable but not essential.
Previous managerial or administrative experience.
Knowledge of current practices in relation to infection prevention and control.
Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Computer skills including Excel, Word and Meditech.
Closing date for receipt of applications – Wednesday 10th June 2026 at 4.30pm
Blackrock Health Galway Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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