Care Coordination Specialist

SSM Health • Bridgeton, MO

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for detailed preview of charts for high complexity patients and patients in the population health programs within the virtual care center. Works with providers across the organization to ensure accurate coding for diagnosis. Assists in providing cost-effective healthcare services through telephonic outreach. Serves as a liaison between patients, physicians and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in using various computer programs to complete work tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients regarding their care
• No experience required

Responsibilities

• Reviews charts to identify ongoing health maintenance needs and facilitates next steps to assist patients in meeting those needs.
• Obtains outside medical records and assists with uploading into the electronic medical record.
• Schedules patient appointments and assists licensed personnel to enhance comprehensive patient care and reduce gaps in care.
• Works in constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level