Orthopedic Coordinator

Overview

Department : Orthopedics

Schedule : Full Time, 40 Hours

Facility : Central Maine Medical Center

Location : 690 Minot Ave, Auburn, Maine, 04210

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

Responsibilities

The Orthopedic Coordinator is an advocate, educator and experience guide for the orthopedic surgical patient, as well as family members through the surgery care continuum. The Coordinator is the primary point of contact with the patient and serves as the intermediary between the patient and other care team members, responsible for patient education, scheduling, care transition, discharge and post follow up.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in a Healthcare related field required.

2. BLS within 30 days of hire.

3. Strong interpersonal communication skills required.

4. Three years of clinical experience required.

5. Orthopedic Specialty related education and/or experience preferred.

Employment Status

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