Clinical Care Coordinator

Merrillville, IN - Seeking Emergency Medicine Clinical Care Coordinator

Everybody Has A Role To Play In Transforming Healthcare


As a Clinical Care Coordinator, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. Support our patients by ensuring efficient coordination of patient care and check-in/check-out flow, administration and coordination of referrals and service authorization processes, rooming duties, and other clinic front desk activities. The Clinical Care Coordinator is responsible for assisting patients to obtain services in a timely manner and assuring efficient coordination of patient care. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.

Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call "culture of brilliance." Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 900 practices across the country, serving 14.5+ million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

The Opportunity

• Perform clinical tasks and procedures to support the delivery of care.
• Responsible for assisting patients to obtain services in a timely manner.
• Facilitate patient flow in the department.
• Assist with calling patient families, clinics and other hospital facilities.
• Stock supplies in the department (not medicine).
• Put together urine collection kits.
• Walk service dogs.
• Respond to nurse call lights and inform appropriate staff of patient's needs.
• Organize nutritional supplies, linen carts, equipment and utility rooms.
• Communicate with RN of inpatient bed assignments, patients ready for DC, and when patient is ready for re-evaluation.
• Notify RN of inpatient bed assignment and assist with getting patient ready for transport.
• Transport specimens to lab if needed.
• Call lab/radiology to inquire about lab results.
• Notify RN of inpatient bed assignment and assist with getting patient ready for transport.

Required Experience and Competencies

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Pre-med or nursing related courses preferred- upper division Anatomy or Physiology is a plus.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Strong writing skills: legibility and spelling proficiency is required.
• Solid computer skills; experience with EMR is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures, HIPAA regulations, and Privacy Policies.

The Practice - A Dual-Hospital System

Methodist Hospital Northlake Campus - Gary, Indiana

Methodist Hospital, Southlake Campus - Merrillville, Indiana

• 350-bed hospital with 21-bed Emergency Department.
• Annual ED volume of 30,000 with a 30% admit rate.
• All core sub-specialty backup available excluding interventional radiology.
• Multiple cath lab and OR suites.
• Comprehensive Stroke Center; patients requiring thrombectomy get transferred.
• Methodist Hospitals ranked #1 in Indiana for Racial Inclusivity.

The Community

• Merrillville, Indiana, is a vibrant town in Lake County that offers a unique blend of suburban comfort and urban convenience, making it a fantastic place to work and call home.
• Known for its central location, Merrillville is close to major highways, providing easy access to Chicago and the surrounding region.
• Residents enjoy shopping and dining at Southlake Mall and exploring outdoor attractions like Hidden Lake Park, perfect for fishing, walking, and picnicking.
• Seasonal weather brings snowy winters, blooming springs, warm summers, and colorful autumns, ensuring year-round recreational opportunities.
• The town's thriving local economy includes diverse industries, creating ample job opportunities.
• Proximity to Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park adds natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
• With excellent schools, affordable living, and a welcoming community, Merrillville combines suburban tranquility with access to urban amenities and scenic attractions.

Benefits & Beyond*


Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

• Superior health plan options
• Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6% plus discretionary profit-sharing contributions (eligible January following 18 months of service)
• Outstanding Paid Time Off: Start at 4 weeks' PTO, Paid holidays, Sabbatical
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
• Professional and Career Development Program
• EAP and travel assistance included
• Wellness program
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

*Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information.

Applicants only. No agencies please.