Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Patient Care Coordinator to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in various medical settings, including critical care, emergency medicine, and hospital medicine. As a Care Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating patient care, ensuring effective communication among healthcare providers, and facilitating discharge planning to promote optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine care needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient services across various settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and post-acute care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary based on clinical evaluations and patient feedback.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain accurate medical records throughout the care process.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment options, discharge planning, and ongoing care needs.
• Utilize knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and diagnostic evaluation to support clinical decision-making.
• Engage in utilization management to optimize resource allocation while maintaining high-quality patient service.
• Facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to enhance the overall patient experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in ICU, emergency room, hospital medicine, family practice settings is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of geriatrics, pediatrics, behavioral health, infectious disease care, and medical-surgical practices is beneficial.
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred. 
• Proficiency in case management principles and discharge planning processes.
• Understanding of managed care systems and outpatient clinic operations.
• Excellent patient assessment skills with the ability to interpret vital signs effectively.
• Familiarity with post-acute care experiences and intake processes is advantageous.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while demonstrating strong communication skills. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients by providing exceptional care management services. Your expertise will play a crucial role in enhancing patient outcomes and promoting holistic health solutions.

What We Offer

As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs, HSAs, and Daycare FSA.
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid holidays and vacation