Vascular Coordinator

Overview

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state's most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we've grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women's health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We're looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you're a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there's a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

Job Title : Vascular Coordinator - Outpatient

Department : Outpatient Vascular Services

Job Summary : The Vascular Coordinator will manage and coordinate outpatient care for patients with vascular diseases, ensuring timely and efficient service delivery. This role involves working closely with vascular surgeons, physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up care. The Vascular Coordinator will be responsible for providing patient education, managing scheduling, assisting with treatment planning, and ensuring that patients adhere to prescribed therapies.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care Coordination :
  • Schedule patient appointments for consultations, diagnostics, and procedures related to vascular care.
  • Serve as the point of contact for patients and families, providing information and updates on their treatment plans.
  • Ensure all required pre-procedure assessments, tests, and follow-ups are completed in a timely manner.
• Patient Education :
  • Educate patients about vascular conditions, treatment options, and post-procedure care instructions.
  • Provide information regarding lifestyle changes, medications, and therapies for managing vascular health.
• Documentation & Record Keeping :
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and care plans.
  • Document patient interactions, treatments, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Providers :
  • Communicate effectively with vascular surgeons, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to coordinate patient care.
  • Assist in preparing and following up on patient-specific treatment plans.
• Administrative Support :
  • Manage outpatient clinic schedules, ensuring optimal use of resources and appointment times.
  • Handle insurance verification, prior authorization, and billing processes when needed.
• Quality Improvement :
  • Monitor patient outcomes, ensuring continuity of care and improving patient satisfaction.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and assist with patient surveys and feedback processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in vascular surgery, outpatient care coordination, or similar medical field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of vascular disease, diagnostic testing, and treatment procedures.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks.
• Proficient in EMR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.