Care Coordinator

Job Summary

The Care Coordinator works in partnership with chronically ill or "high-risk" patients, their families, healthcare providers, and community organizations. Using a collaborative team approach, this role focuses on improving patient well-being, enhancing patient satisfaction, and reducing overall healthcare costs.

Essential Responsibilities:

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all associates in this position. The duties listed are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned by their manager and/or LRHC Leadership.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Care Planning & Access: Create, implement, and promote adherence to individualized care plans built alongside patients, families, and primary care providers. Ensure timely access to appropriate healthcare services.
• Patient Education & Support: Deliver culturally and linguistically appropriate education regarding health, diseases, and medication management (following standing orders/protocols). Support patient self-management and behavior modifications.
• Community & Resource Connection: Link patients and caregivers to relevant community resources to support external health and social needs.
• Preventive Care & Outcomes: Increase the utilization of preventive services to proactively reduce emergency room visits and hospital readmissions.