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Transfer Center Coordinator- Oakland

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • Hybrid

PostedFebruary 11, 2026

Pay$20.20–$32.01 / hr

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About this role

ST Health MedCall is hiring multiple full-time Transfer Center Coordinators. This position is a hybrid position after a 90-day training period. Candidates for this position must be able to work all shifts. Weekends and holidays are required. 

Purpose:
ST Health MedCall serves as ST Health’s advanced physician resource for all aspects of patient transfers, referrals (urgent and non-urgent), and physician consultations. This department serves as the primary contact for referring physicians who are requesting the services of ST Health for continued patient care. This office is a 24-hour operation with various shifts, as well as rotating weekends and holidays. The MedCall department strives to create a consistent base schedule for employees, however in case of emergency or departmental needs, flexibility to work all shifts is required. This team is responsible for facilitating all patient transfers into and within the ST Health Health System by answering phones and initiating referrals and inpatient transfers from physicians and medical professionals. Responsibilities require the Transfer Center Coordinator to multitask, maintain great customer service, and identify and escalate concerns in an efficient manner. The ideal candidate for this position will have proficient computer and typing skills, exceptional phone etiquette and communication skills, and strong organization and prioritization skills. Proficient medical terminology knowledge is strongly preferred, while direct patient care and/or medical training experience is a plus. A working knowledge of EPIC and/or Medipac is also a plus. If you are interested in a fast-paced work environment, multitasking while being exposed to multiple facets of the healthcare industry and being able to directly impact patient care and physician efficiency apply today!

Responsibilities:
 

  • Provide and assist physicians with emergent and non-emergent transfers, consults, and other calls received for all facilities. Efficiently and accurately transcribe interactions on calls. All documentation on transfers to be completed and entered in department database timely.
  • Request and coordinate all medical transportation, as necessary. Provide initial information to admissions, case managers and bed flow coordinators of incoming patients; update all admission records as necessary.
  • Serve as preceptor and assist with training of new staff.
  • Answer calls into the ST Health transfer center (MedCall) to provide a point of entry into ST Health: the scope is unlimited (local and worldwide). Responsible for meeting departmental benchmarks related to call handling and transferring.
  • All documentation on transfers to be completed and entered in department database timely.
  • Maintain an awareness of services and capabilities of ST Health facilities in support of the outreach efforts of the transfer center.
  • Appropriate escalation of issues, bed assignments, and problems as determined by departmental protocols.
  • Knowledge of multiple communication methods utilized by the department.
  • Maintain a familiarity with internal systems available and necessary in the performance of the job.
  • Accurate and timely documentation of call information per departmental standards.
  • Input patient registration information into EPIC/Medipac.
  • Make outbound calls to clarify requests, provide bed assignments, and seek additional details.
  • Display attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
  • Make appropriate decisions based on the established protocols.
  • Exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills, remaining professional and courteous when dealing with sensitive issues and stressful circumstances.
  • Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • High School diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Five (5) years customer service experience or call center experience, OR two (2) years emergency or healthcare call center, OR four (4) years in a healthcare business setting, OR two (2) years of direct patient care experience with EMS or in a role such as a Medical Assistant, LPN or PCT, OR successful completion of an LPN or RN training program.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology or medical training preferred.
  • Computer literacy/data entry skills. 

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
     
  • Act 34


ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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$20.20–$32.01 / hr

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# Transfer Center Coordinator- Oakland

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Administrative & Office Supprt
- Business unit: University of Pittsburgh Physicians
- Pay: $20.20–$32.01 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-11T15:15:31.43Z

## Description

ST Health MedCall is hiring multiple full-time Transfer Center Coordinators. This position is a hybrid position after a 90-day training period. Candidates for this position must be able to work all shifts. Weekends and holidays are required.

**Purpose:**
ST Health MedCall serves as ST Health's advanced physician resource for all aspects of patient transfers, referrals (urgent and non-urgent), and physician consultations. This department serves as the primary contact for referring physicians who are requesting the services of ST Health for continued patient care. This office is a 24-hour operation with various shifts, as well as rotating weekends and holidays. The MedCall department strives to create a consistent base schedule for employees, however in case of emergency or departmental needs, flexibility to work all shifts is required. This team is responsible for facilitating all patient transfers into and within the ST Health Health System by answering phones and initiating referrals and inpatient transfers from physicians and medical professionals. Responsibilities require the Transfer Center Coordinator to multitask, maintain great customer service, and identify and escalate concerns in an efficient manner. The ideal candidate for this position will have proficient computer and typing skills, exceptional phone etiquette and communication skills, and strong organization and prioritization skills. Proficient medical terminology knowledge is strongly preferred, while direct patient care and/or medical training experience is a plus. A working knowledge of EPIC and/or Medipac is also a plus. If you are interested in a fast-paced work environment, multitasking while being exposed to multiple facets of the healthcare industry and being able to directly impact patient care and physician efficiency apply today!
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Where you’ll work

Pittsburgh, PA

A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • Pepper Health Shadyside
  • Pepper Health Passavant
  • Pepper Health Children's
  • Pepper Health Rehab Services
  • Pepper Health at Home

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. New-grad RN / Residency

  2. Staff RN — specialty certified

  3. Charge / Clinical Resource RN

  4. Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track

  5. Director of Nursing

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

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  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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