Bariatric Program Specialist

Saint Luke's Physician Group • Kansas City, MO

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring a Bariatric Program Specialist to manage the full continuum of patient care. This role oversees the patient journey from initial contact and seminar registration through financial counseling, medical consultations, surgery, and post-operative follow-up. The specialist ensures an exceptional patient experience by facilitating communication between providers, care teams, and family members. Key responsibilities include managing financial counseling, insurance prior-authorizations, and payment plans. Additionally, this position coordinates Center of Excellence (COE) requirements, supports marketing initiatives, and works to meet program enrollment targets. Schedule: Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Remote Work: Eligibility for a hybrid schedule (2 days remote per week) is available following the initial 90-day introductory period. The best place to get care. The best place to give care . Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter. J oin the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Less than 1 year Applicable Experience
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross

Responsibilities

• Manage the full continuum of patient care
• Oversee the patient journey from initial contact and seminar registration through financial counseling, medical consultations, surgery, and post-operative follow-up
• Ensure an exceptional patient experience by facilitating communication between providers, care teams, and family members
• Manage financial counseling, insurance prior-authorizations, and payment plans
• Coordinate Center of Excellence (COE) requirements
• Support marketing initiatives
• Work to meet program enrollment targets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees