Care Coordinator : Float

CARDEA HEALTH • Piedmont, CA

11d • $25 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

The care coordinator will assist clinical staff and residents in the coordination of medical and behavioral health care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be authorized to live and work in the U.S
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have personal, reliable transportation to and from work sites and shifts
• Clinical setting in a permanent supportive housing site
• Must provide proof of COVID vaccination or willing to be vaccinated

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is desirable
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision
• Detailed oriented and highly organized
• Prior experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Maintain a calendar of upcoming resident medical and behavioral health appointments.
• Communicate upcoming appointments to clients, clinical staff, and transportation services
• Assist clinical staff and site-based residents in the scheduling of client medical and behavioral health appointments.
• Communicate with local pharmacies regarding site-based resident prescriptions.
• At the direction of nursing staff request medication refills, deliveries, and transfers
• Request relevant medical records of site-based residents from hospitals and community clinics.
• Transmit medical records and other authorized requested documentation to partner clinics to facilitate care coordination
• Interface with site-based resident healthcare coverage plans to avoid interruption in services and facilitate care
• Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls
• Ensure adherence to infection control standards on site among staff and residents
• Answer calls to the nursing station and respond independently to when appropriate
• Assist nursing staff with light clerical duties including filing and making copies.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Practice harm reduction principles on site, including interventions that minimize harmful effects of substance use while treating all residents with dignity and respect
• Other duties as assigned
• Constant work around and/or with people OR Interaction with patients, clients, and external customers

Benefits

• Employer-supported medical
• Access to dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Retirement plan (401k) participation with a company match
• Commuter benefits
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on hours worked per week and length of employment
• Specific details are provided in the benefits guide and are subject to change

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED