27/09/2021
Job Summary
A care coordinator (or Patient Care Coordinator) is a trained health professional that helps to manage a patient's care, for example, the elderly or disabled. They monitor and coordinate patients' treatment plans, educate them about their condition, connect them with health care providers, and evaluate their progress.
We are seeking a dedicated care coordinator to assist us with patients enrolled in Chronic Care Management and Remote Patient Monitoring Programs at our customer’s facility in the USA. You will be responsible for consulting with patients and determining their needs, developing care plans, coordinating patient-care services, educating them about their condition, and working with the care team to evaluate interventions.
The successful applicant will display a compassionate nature, be knowledgeable about health care practices in USA, and provide exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities
• Be able to coordinate care under care programs i.e. CCM, RPM, PCM, TCM etc.
• Consult with patients and family members to discuss their health problems.
• Educate patients about their condition, medication, and give them specific instructions.
• Develop a care plan to address their personal health care needs.
• Consult and collaborate with other health care providers and specialists to set up patient appointments and treatment plans.
• Check-in on the patients regularly, evaluate, and document their progress.
• Assist the care team with developing and assessing health interventions.
• Attend ongoing training and courses to keep abreast of new developments in health care.
• Assist with securing funding for medical care as required.
• Treat patients with empathy and respect and conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Comply with organizational guidelines and health care laws and regulations in USA.
Work Experience and skills
• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing care of chronic patients
• Must be knowledgeable about care programs including CCM, RPM etc
• Courteous, understanding, and knowledgeable enough to answer clinical questions over the phone and via e-mail.
• C1 Level spoken English proficiency
• Clinical experience working in the United States or any other country
• Ability to develop relationships with clinical and other admin staff
• Computer literate – be able to use healthcare software including but not limited to EHR, Patient Engagement and Chronic Care Management Tools.
Education
• MBBS, DPT or any 5 years clinical Degree
• Spoken English Certification (desirable)
Physical Requirements
• Be able to work in an office environment, sit for periods of time in meetings
• Be able to communicate with doctors, office managers, patients, and technical staff