Care Coordinator II

Care Coordinator II The Care Coordinator II (CCII) plays a crucial role in onboarding and supporting the patient, including managing and coordinating their care plan. The CCII acts as a liaison between the patient or caregiver, primary care team, and external partners to ensure seamless communication and timely access to care. Primary responsibilities include working in tandem with the primary care team to coordinate healthcare services. The CCII assures continuity of care is maintained and optimized for the patient and their care team’s well-being. Estimated Hiring Range: $28.81 - $35.22 Bonus Target: Essential Responsibilities Patient Communication Actively support an assigned panel of patients by providing timely complex care coordination for patients with physical and behavioral health care needs. Educate patients/caregivers on the services provided by Housecall Providers Primary Care. Escalate concerns to primary care team according to protocols. De-escalate high stress situations and complaints received and forwards to primary care team/leadership as appropriate. Coordinate referrals for supportive services, labs, diagnostics or other coordination of care needs as requested by the primary care team based on insurance, location, patient preference, and order type. Schedule patient visits for assigned panel of patients based on urgency, geographic location, appointment type, provider availability and frequency of visit standards. Clinical Support Authorize prescription refills for non-controlled drugs if approved by clinician. Provide pharmacy support including verbal orders, when appropriate, to expedite or clarify medication fulfillment. Provide primary care coordination support to assigned panel of patients with physical and behavioral health care coordination needs. Review, process and approve incoming referrals; ensure all intake documentation is complete and clinically relevant. Assess service appropriateness using medical terminology and clinical guidelines; collaborate with clinicians/supervisors for complex cases or exceptions. Responsible for meeting with DME vendors to maintain relationships and problem solve. Manage DME orders, ensuring charting and all documentation requirements are met. Support providers and patients with DME appeal process and follow up to make sure DME is delivered. Coordinate complex care with support services and community partners, including but not limited to home health, hospices, according to the patients’ plan of care. Effectively coordinate care for patients with chronic and serious illness with internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate with the care team to ensure consideration is given to unique needs in integrated planning and that physical and behavioral health care plans are timely and effective. Develop working partnerships with patient, family, caregiver and community care providers, payors regarding patient needs and care plans. Assist with transitions in care from multiple settings to ensure continuity of care and address urgent issues appropriately. Work with care team to ensure transition in care visits are scheduled according to protocols. Update hospice and home health regarding patient hospitalizations and transitional care visits. Act as a consult to other teams and roles (external and internal) for geographically specific resources. Assist patients, caregivers and families in establishing/engaging with providers by coordinating appointment and transportation, as needed. Arrange family and/or caregiver attendance at appointments, and interpreters as required. Provide information about appointments, care plans, medications, referrals, prior authorizations, DME requests. Identify risk factors and service needs that may impact patient outcomes and address appropriately. Utilize a trauma-informed approach to provide patient-centric physical and behavioral health care and support including a person-centered approach to communication, education, and care planning. Assist patients with moving through the continuum of care based on clinical/medical/behavioral health needs by collaborating with the PCP, Primary Care Clinical Team (PCT), palliative care and hospice teams. Use motivational interviewing to coach patients toward improved physical and behavioral health care behaviors and self-management. Coordinate clinicians' diagnostic and lab orders, including lab and diagnostic testing, medical supplies and equipment. Provide timely outreach providing education, follow up on labs or diagnostics or clinical instructions from a member of the primary care team. Implement physical and behavioral health care coordination plan in collaboration with the patient’s care team, including patient, family, caregiver, internal team members, as well as external providers, case workers and other relevant parties. Documentation and Other Duties Compile and document all patient interactions and support activities in an appropriate and timely fashion to maintain patient's medical record. Create and update EHR and CRM records with precision; ensure data completeness, accuracy, and timely entry. Analyze and collate documents from multiple sources to build a comprehensive patient chart. Participate in quality and organizational process improvement activities and teams when requested. Take initiative in proactively assisting teammates when work volumes are high or back up is needed. Experience and/or Education Required Minimum 4 years of experience in a healthcare setting, including experience with medical records system Preferred Experience in a primary care clinic, home health, or hospice setting Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Knowledge Advanced knowledge of healthcare language, including medical and/or behavioral health terminology, basic patient care and community resources Advanced knowledge of barriers to care such as language, cultural factors, transportation, ability to self-manage and psychosocial issues and bring those to the attention for the care team Knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules and regulations Advanced knowledge of basic conflict management and de-escalation techniques Skills and Abilities Leadership skills, including the ability to organize work and train/mentor others Participate in work-related continuing education when offered or directed Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to interact professionally, patiently and courteously with staff, patients, families and vendors over the phone and in-person Employ motivational interviewing, healthcare teaching and coaching skills or has the ability to learn Advanced organizational skills, plus the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines in a high-stress environment. This includes the ability to: Prioritize tasks, manage telephone calls with a professional demeanor, problem solve and stay focused Work independently and collaboratively Use good judgment, personal initiative and discretion to perform job responsibilities Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity Advanced ability to establish and maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with colleagues, departments throughout Housecall Providers and CareOregon, as well as external providers and community agencies Advanced Computer application skills, including MS Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook Detailed understanding of electronic medical record systems and the ability to integrate updates to those workflows on a regular basis Advanced ability to facilitate group discussion or case review Learn, focus, understand and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions Employ critical thinking and draw conclusions from conversations and written or computer-generated material Ability to communicate effectively with diverse staff and patients, their families and caregivers Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress Ability to see, read, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 6 hours/day Ability to hear and speak clearly for at least 3-6 hours/day Work Conditions Indoor/Office Community Facilities/Security Outdoor Exposure Member/Patient Facing: No Telephonic In Person Hazards: May include, but not limited to, physical and ergonomic hazards Equipment: General office equipment Travel: May include occasional required or optional travel outside of the workplace; the employee’s personal vehicle, local transit or other means of transportation may be used Work Location: Work from home We offer a strong Total Rewards Program. This includes competitive pay, bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package. Competitive pay Bonus opportunity Comprehensive benefits package Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health savings account Flexible spending account(s) Lifestyle spending account Employee assistance programWellness program Discounts Voluntary life Critical illness Accident Hospital indemnity Identity theft protection Pre-tax parking Pet insurance 529 College Savings Retirement plan with employer contributions PTO Paid State Sick Time Paid holidays Volunteer time Jury duty Bereavement leave 401(k) contributions Wellness Employee assistance program benefits Other perks We are an equal opportunity employer Housecall Providers is an equal opportunity employer. The organization selects the best individual for the job based upon job related qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, ancestry, marital status or disability. The organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship on the operation of our organization. Housecall Providers is a pioneering nonprofit organization that was built on reviving a classic and needed approach to medical care: the medical house call. Since 1995, we've provided excellent, patient-centered, in-home medical care to homebound or chronically ill residents within the Portland tri-county area, and in 2024, we expanded our primary care services to include Marion and Polk counties. Over the years, our services have grown to include community-based palliative care, which now also serves Clatsop, Tillamook, Columbia, and Jackson counties, as well as a comprehensive hospice program. What makes working here so meaningful? Housecall Providers employees share their stories and give us a glimpse into why they love their jobs. Hear stories about the way we live our values, the real support leadership offers, Housecall Providers' emphasis on work/life balance and much more. Mission: Improving lives by bringing health care home. Vision: To sustainably transform home-based medicine so all homebound adults and those living with serious illness have access to care that improves their quality of life. Values: We are champions for social justice We are devoted to collaboration and teamwork We cultivate authentic relationships to foster a sense of belonging We’re steadfast about problem solving and timely execution We relentlessly earn our patients'' and customers' loyalty We deliver exceptional clinical outcomes for our patients We embrace the diversity of our employees, patients, and those who care for them. Through awareness and advocacy, we are working to create health equity by recognizing and reducing barriers that affect non-dominant groups within Housecall Providers and our communities at large. Housecall Providers was recognized for our people-first culture. 95% of employees feel their managers care about their concerns, ranking us in the top 10% within our industry. 90% of employees feel motivated to give their best at work. We rank in the top 6% for work-life flexibility, demonstrating our dedication to supporting employees as whole individuals. From our employees, I love my job because… I'm surrounded by innovative, driven, caring individuals who stop at nothing to provide the best quality care for our patients. Our reputation is top notch. I get to help, aid, and support patients in a way I could only dream about with my previous employer. I make a positive difference in all my patients' lives. I have autonomy with the support I need when I need it. I get to help take care of a vulnerable population, which gives me pride in my job. I have wonderful co-workers who work hard every day and are fun, supportive and kind. For 30 years, Housecall Providers Primary Care has been an asset to the Portland metro community. With the addition of in-home behavioral health services, we continue to listen and respond to the needs of seriously ill and homebound individuals that we serve. Listen to patients talk about how community-based palliative care has helped them cope with the complications of living with serious illness. At Housecall Providers Hospice we believe that exceptional end-of-life care is rooted in compassion, collaboration and presence. In this video, you'll hear how our nonprofit model prioritizes people over profits, creating space for comfort, dignity and connection. #J-18808-Ljbffr CareOregon, Inc.