Care Coordinator - Davita IKC - Athens
About The Position
Join DaVita Integrated Kidney Care (IKC) as a Care Coordinator. As a Care Coordinator (CC), you’ll be a key player on our care team, helping some of our most complex patients navigate their chronic conditions while ensuring they receive the highest quality care. You’ll work closely with Nurse Practitioners and RN Case Managers to coordinate care, facilitate resources, and keep the patient journey moving smoothly. This role requires commuting to multiple DaVita clinics and/or partner practices in Athens and surrounding areas, with mileage reimbursed. A reliable personal transportation is required. The position involves working in clinics/partner practices 3-5 days a week, with a full-time, Monday-Friday schedule. The daily start time is between 7:00–8:00 AM, with flexibility required to meet patient and clinic needs. A quiet, private workspace with high-speed internet is necessary for remote work.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- 2+ years of experience in a professional office environment
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook
- Commitment to service excellence and patient satisfaction
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with the team
- Home workspace must provide a quiet, private environment with reliable high-speed internet
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with Electronic Medical Records preferred
- 1–3 years clinical medical office experience
- CNA or MA experience is a plus
- Experience coordinating care (referrals, care management, etc.)
- Familiarity navigating insurance payers
- Experience in direct patient care or support
- Prior medical office environment experience
Responsibilities
- Coordinate care for patients by ensuring access to eligible resources/programs and assisting with referrals and provider appointments
- Perform outbound calls and respond to inbound calls from patients, providers, and Village resources
- Complete non-clinical screenings and pathways under the guidance of the Manager; escalate to Integrated Care Nurse as needed
- Assist the clinical team with moving patients through the continuum of care by completing tasks as directed
- Identify eligible resources for members and collaborate with Integrated Care Nurses, dialysis clinics, health plans, and other stakeholders to help members enroll in programs
- Communicate directly with patients in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential documentation
- Demonstrate exceptional two-way communication, both oral and written
- Act in alignment with DaVita’s mission and values to deliver high-quality patient care
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursed
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
- Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
