Patient Care Coordinator

Company: Emory Healthcare
Location: Duluth
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION:This position supports The Emory Clinic outpatient operations with overall care coordination for patients, serving as their primary point of contact for all customer service, administrative and scheduling needs.They act as the liaison for the patient and family, working with both administrative and clinical staff from multiple departments to improve the patient's overall experience with Emory Healthcare.Position enhances the patient experience by serving as the primary point of contact and administrative care coordinator for established patients and/or family members.They ensure that all related patient appointments for an episode of care are secured in a timely manner and coordinated for patient convenience and address and resolve process or administrative issues impeding timely access to care.Responsible for collaborating with physicians and members of the care delivery team to triage, coordinate and consistently manage the patient care experience.Position works with patients and families to answer questions, provide emotional support and resolve issues concerning the administrative coordination of their care.Administratively coordinates care for established patients and serves as the primary point of care for these patients and their families.Develops and coordinates a system which organizes the flow of patients from initial appointment through completion of their care experience.Collaborates with nursing and physician teams to ensure appropriate appointments are secured in a timely manner.This would include return visit coordination, Surgery and ancillary appointment scheduling.Works collaboratively with the nursing team to ensure timely return of clinical phone calls.Applies advanced interpersonal and communication skills in all interactions with patients, clinical personnel, administrative personnel and care providers.Demonstrates attitudes and behaviors which contribute to the smooth coordination of care and enhances each patient's experience with Emory.Treats all individuals with dignity and respect and participates in activities to improve working relationships within the section.Actively participates in section activities such as staff meetings, supervisory meetings, patient satisfaction meetings etc.Manages workload and assignments effectively.Adapts well to changes and priority level of duties.Demonstrates flexibility with section and organizational need.Serves as a role model of excellent customer service.Responds constructively to the needs of all those he/ she interacts with on a daily basis.Assesses and monitors customer satisfaction and responds promptly to voiced and identified concerns.Acts as an administrative resource/expert for all staff in the coordination of a patient's care.Communicates with staff complimentary/constructive feedback from self and others.Works collaboratively with section and Emory Clinic management in implementing strategies to see a statistically significant increase in patient satisfaction results each quarter.Works collaboratively with section management to actively investigate and remedy patient complaints received from within the staff, physicians, patient relations and members of other departments.Works closely with patient relation's representatives.Assists section management in monitoring customer satisfaction.Performs all other duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:12 months of work experience in a patient care coordination or patient scheduling role preferred.High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in healthcare administration, business, or related field preferred.Proficient computer skills required.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.Ability to provide a high level of customer service is required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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