Dialysis Coordinator I
About The Position
DaVita is seeking a part-time Dialysis Coordinator to support patients transitioning from hospital care to outpatient dialysis. The primary location is Methodist Hospital of Sacramento, with support at Sierra Nevada, Woodland Memorial, and Mercy Folsom as needed based on patient and business needs. The role coordinates with hospital teams and helps patients understand dialysis options and navigate insurance and treatment choices. The posting describes direct patient education, referral coordination, partnership-building with hospitals and physicians, and support for smooth transitions to dialysis care. The schedule is 24 hours per week, Monday through Friday, scheduled between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; hours may increase, and the role requires flexibility. There are no weekends, holidays, or on-call duties.
Requirements
- Vocational Certificate or Associate’s Degree.
- Proficiency in insurance verification, navigating healthcare systems, and high-volume coordination.
- Passion for clinical education and helping patients make informed healthcare decisions.
- Flexibility to work scheduled hours that may increase as needed.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of recent healthcare experience is preferred.
- Dialysis experience is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Educate and advocate for patients by discussing dialysis options, insurance, and treatment modalities.
- Coordinate hospital referrals and ensure medical documentation is ready for patient transitions to outpatient dialysis.
- Build and strengthen relationships with local hospitals, doctors, case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Help patients transition from hospital settings to an outpatient dialysis center of their choice.
- Coordinate support across the specified hospital locations according to patient and business needs.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, available beginning the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off and PTO cash-out options.
- Family resources and backup child and elder care.
- EAP counseling sessions and access to Headspace®.
- Maternity and paternity leave.
- Professional development programs and virtual leadership and development courses through StarLearning.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
