Kidney Care Specialist
CH01 CHE Fresenius Medical Care (Schweiz) AG
- # Kidney Care SpecialistApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: East Peoria, IL, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 4, 2027 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0256492**PURPOSE AND SCOPE:** The Kidney Care Engagement Specialist creates a supportive, engaging virtual environment for individuals impacted by Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Under the direction of the Manager of Engagement Specialists, this role provides one‐to‐one support and facilitates small‐group discussions to help participants understand kidney care pathways, available education and treatment options, and how to navigate next steps in their care journey. The specialist engages participants through inbound and outbound outreach, virtual group interactions, and ongoing follow‐up. Working collaboratively with Kidney Care Specialist and referral partners, the specialist ensures seamless communication, care coordination, and participant follow‐through across the kidney care continuum. By delivering empathetic communication, high‐quality discussions, and consistent virtual engagement, this role enhances patient readiness, strengthens awareness of home therapy options, and contributes to an improved overall participant experience. The Kidney Care Engagement Specialist supports Fresenius Medical Care’s mission, vision, and values by promoting informed decision‐making and facilitating smoother transitions throughout the kidney care ecosystem. **PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** **Outreach, Lead Engagement & Individual Support**• Initiate timely outreach to individuals referred through multiple sources, including website referrals, care teams, clinics, nephrology offices, and digital channels. • Monitor and manage the website chat function, responding to inquiries with clear, accurate information and guidance. • Conduct supportive phone conversations to answer questions, clarify kidney care concepts, and connect individuals to appropriate programs, classes, and resources. • Listen to individual needs, concerns, and readiness indicators to provide personalized recommendations for education or next steps. • Provide empathetic, actionable support for individuals who may be newly diagnosed, overwhelmed, or uncertain where to begin. • Maintain consistent communication patterns to help reduce care barriers and crisis starts across the kidney disease continuum. **Virtual Group Facilitation**• Lead scheduled virtual small group sessions (45–60 minutes) using approved content and discussion frameworks. • Create an inclusive, safe environment that encourages participant interaction, questions, and shared experiences. • Support discussion on kidney disease progression, dialysis modalities, home therapies, permanent access placement, and available support resources. • Facilitate conversations about Chronic Kidney Disease, Dialysis Treatment Options and Resources to support an individual's Kidney Disease Journey • Apply motivational interviewing and patient centered communication strategies to support participant understanding. • Create an engaging, supportive virtual environment that encourages patient participation and understanding. **Participant Engagement & Follow Up**• Reinforce session concepts and guide participants toward next steps, including additional session enrollment, resource needs, post class review, and connecting with a Kidney Care Specialist for follow up. • Re-engage participants who miss sessions with reenrollment options and follow-up materials. • Support referral generation and conversion by reinforcing education, identifying patient readiness, and guiding next steps in collaboration with Kidney Care Specialist, care teams and other referral sources. • Document participant attendance, engagement details, and relevant next steps in CRM with accuracy and timeliness. • Provide hand-offs to Kidney Care Specialist to ensure seamless hand-offs, alignment on patient status, and closure of care gaps • Notify referral sources of session attendance, if applicable. Compliance, Documentation, Quality & Program Development • Document all interactions following organizational standards, privacy requirements, and compliance policies. • Ensure all facilitation aligns with approved content and role scope. • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to regulatory and organizational guidelines. • Participate in team meetings, training, and competency development supporting the broader Kidney Care Advocate Organization initiatives. • Communicate patient participation, engagement outcomes, and next steps to appropriate stakeholders, including referral sources when applicable. • Partner with Engagement Specialists and Leadership to identify opportunities to improve workflows, referral efficiency, and patient experience.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:**• Fully remote; requires reliable internet and ability to work across varied virtual class times (Monday Saturday). • The position requires frequent prolonged periods of working at a computer. • Assignment may include early morning, evening, or weekend session rotation based on program scheduling needs. • Requires proficiency with virtual meeting platforms, documentation systems, and Microsoft 365 tools. • May require travel to regional, business unit, and corporate meetings.**SUPERVISION:**• No direct supervisory responsibilities. • Works under the guidance of Kidney Care leadership and in close collaboration with clinical and operational teams.**EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:**• High School diploma or G.E.D. required; 2-5 years clinical background preferred • 2-5 years’ experience in group facilitation, coaching, counseling, patient support, education, or related fields. • Prior experience working with individuals managing chronic conditions is preferred. • College degree preferred**EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:**• Strong virtual facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly in a remote environment. • Comfortable guiding diverse groups through structured conversation and discussion-based learning. • High level of emotional intelligence and demonstrated ability to relate to persons of all ages and diverse backgrounds, skills, knowledge levels and abilities. • Familiarity with kidney disease, dialysis modalities, and care pathways (training provided). 2 • Experience supporting referrals through excellent organization, follow-up workflows, or care coordination preferred. • Effective collaborator with clinical and nonclinical partners across multiple regions and time zones. • Ability to work autonomously but collaboratively on a team • Proficiency with virtual meeting platforms, CRM systems, and Microsoft 365 tools.**EO/AA EMPLOYER:** • Fresenius Medical Care North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. • Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.**PURPOSE AND SCOPE:**The Kidney Care Specialist (KCS) supports patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) by driving early education adoption, care navigation, and engagement through a combination of field-based physician and community outreach and virtual patient support. This role bridges the gap between diagnosis and informed treatment choice, ensuring patients receive timely, consistent education and support across the kidney care continuum. Deployment may vary by market need and may include field-based, virtual, or hybrid responsibilities.**PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Provide virtual care navigation to CKD and ESRD patients regarding kidney disease progression, treatment options (including home modalities and transplantation), and self-management strategies using approved digital platforms.* Conduct scheduled and on-demand virtual or in-person patient interactions (video, phone, and electronic communication) to assess patient needs, readiness, barriers, and preferences.* Collaborate with nephrologists, advanced practice providers, care teams, and internal partners to support coordinated patient care and appropriate referrals.* Build and maintain strong working relationships with nephrologists, advanced practice providers, clinical managers, care coordinators, and practice staff to support aligned Kidney Care Advocate and value-based care objectives.* Partner with internal stakeholders (KCA leadership, Value Based Care Health teams, operations, clinical, and market development) to ensure consistent messaging, coordinated workflows, and patient follow-through.* Serve as a trusted resource to referring practices by providing timely communication, education updates, and patient status as appropriate* Document patient interactions, education provided, and outcomes accurately and timely in designated systems (e.g., Salesforce, EMR, or other approved platforms).* Support referral workflows by ensuring patients are appropriately educated, tracked, and followed through the kidney care continuum.* Utilize virtual tools, dashboards, and reports to track patient engagement, outcomes, and program performance, escalating concerns as appropriate.* Participate in the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of virtual education materials, documentation, and on-demand content.* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of kidney disease, treatment modalities, and Fresenius Kidney Care programs to ensure consistent, compliant education.* Identify patient barriers to care (social, logistical, educational) and connect patients with appropriate internal or external resources.* Support quality, safety, and compliance initiatives by adhering to all regulatory, privacy, and documentation standards.* Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and performance reviews as required.* Support patients longitudinally, reinforcing education, and navigating next steps in collaboration with the care team.* Perform other related duties as assigned.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS****:*** Role may be field-based, virtual, or hybrid depending on market needs.* Field-based roles may require extensive local or regional travel.* Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and the ability to travel extensively within the assigned market.* Travel to regional business units, corporate meetings, and on-site training will be required.* Extensive regional travel to physician groups, healthcare locations, and associate home base.* Must be willing to work occasionally in the evening and weekends, as needed.* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.* Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.**SUPERVISION:*** No direct supervisory responsibilities.* Works under the guidance of Kidney Care leadership and in close collaboration with clinical and operational teams.**EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS****:*** High School diploma or G.E.D. required; 3-5 years clinical background preferred* Relevant licensure or certification preferred, as applicable.**EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS****:*** Minimum 1-3 years of experience in kidney care, chronic disease management, or related healthcare fields.* Experience working with CKD, ESRD, dialysis, or chronic disease populations preferred.* Prior experience delivering virtual or telephonic patient education is strongly preferred.* Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex clinical concepts in a clear, patient-friendly manner.* Demonstrated ability to engage patients remotely and build trust in a virtual environment.* Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage a virtual caseload.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and/or EMRs.* Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.* Comfort with digital platforms, virtual meeting tools, and data-driven workflows.* Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and the ability to travel within the assigned market.* Ability to work autonomously but collaboratively on a teamFresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
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