Engagement Specialist - DaVita IKC - Florence

Total Renal Care; Alabama; Híbrido; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid schedule

Professional growth

Supportive culture

Descripción de la vacante

DaVita IKC in Florence, AL is seeking an Engagement Specialist to be the first point of contact for patients onboarding, scheduling, and ongoing engagement through high-volume outreach.

This full-time hybrid role requires travel into the field 3-4 days per week within the territory and offers weekday schedules with mornings start times. A dedicated home workspace is expected.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• 2+ years in customer service, patient-facing, or outreach roles.
• Strong verbal and written communication and active listening.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with the team.

Responsabilidades

• Facilitate CHE completion in nephrology offices, dialysis clinics, or via telehealth; coordinate with Nurse Practitioners and clinics to prepare for in-person appointments.
• Perform outbound calls to patients, caregivers, and clinics for CHE scheduling, reminders, and rescheduling; schedule telehealth CHEs for patients unable to attend in-person.
• Welcome new patients to the program and collect any new concerns from existing patients; elevate to RN or Nurse Practitioner as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate patient updates to the care team.
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust, influence patient participation, and overcome barriers to engagement.
• Organize outreach efforts by urgency and importance to maximize patient impact.
• Coordinate care for patients by ensuring access to eligible resources/programs and assisting with referrals and provider appointments.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Autonomous work

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Descripción del empleo

Posting Date

10/28/2026

5406 Highway 280Ste D107, Hoover, Alabama, 35242-6597, United States of America

Engagement Specialist

At DaVita IKC, engagement is everything. As an Engagement Specialist, you'll be the first point of contact for patients-onboarding, scheduling, and keeping them connected through high-volume, relationship-focused outreach. This role is perfect for someone organized, motivated, and skilled at building trust while helping patients navigate their healthcare journey.

Position Details:

Location: Florence, AL (Candidates MUST reside in AL, preferably in the Florence area or surrounding communities.)

Work Arrangement: This position is a HYBRID role. It requires travel into the field approximately days 3-4 days per week within the assigned territory to support business and patient needs. Field responsibilities include nephrology partner meetings, patient visits, and other care coordination activities.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday. Flexibility is essential to accommodate patient availability. Typical start time is between 7:00-8:00 a.m. No evenings, weekends, or on-call responsibilities.

Home Office Requirements: Candidates must have a dedicated, quiet, and private workspace with reliable high-speed internet service. A wired Ethernet connection may be required to ensure optimal performance of company systems and applications

Engagement Specialist Responsibilities:

• Facilitate CHE completion in nephrology offices, dialysis clinics, or via telehealth; coordinate with Nurse Practitioners and clinics to prepare for in-person appointments
• Perform outbound calls to patients, caregivers, and clinics for CHE scheduling, reminders, and rescheduling; schedule telehealth CHEs for patients unable to attend in-person
• Welcome new patients to the program and collect any new concerns from existing patients; elevate to RN or Nurse Practitioner as appropriate
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate patient updates to the care team
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust, influence patient participation, and overcome barriers to engagement
• Organize outreach efforts by urgency and importance to maximize patient impact

Care Coordinator Responsibilities:

• (May represent some role responsibilities)
• Coordinate care for patients by ensuring access to eligible resources/programs and assisting with referrals and provider appointments
• Perform outbound calls and respond to inbound calls from patients, providers, and Village resources
• Complete non-clinical screenings and pathways under the guidance of the Manager; escalation to Integrated Care Nurse as needed
• Assist the clinical team with moving patients through the continuum of care by completing tasks as directed
• Identify eligible resources for members and collaborate with Integrated Care Nurses, dialysis clinics, health plans, and other stakeholders to help members enroll in programs
• Communicate directly with patients in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential documentation
• Demonstrate exceptional two-way communication, both oral and written
• Act in alignment with DaVita's mission and values to deliver high-quality patient care

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 2+ years professional experience in customer service, patient-facing, or telephonic outreach roles preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, active listening, and motivational engagement techniques
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Highly organized, with excellent time management and follow-through
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to educate patients and families during stressful situations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple urgent referrals.
• Commitment to service excellence and patient satisfaction
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with the team
• Home workspace must provide a quiet, private environment with reliable high-speed internet

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior healthcare or clinical medical office experience
• Previous IKC experience is preferred
• CNA or MA experience is a plus
• Experience coordinating care (referrals, care management, etc.)
• Experience working in a hospital, dialysis clinic, physician office, health system, or other healthcare setting.
• Familiarity of medical insurance, including commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and authorization/eligibility processes and payors.
• Experience in direct patient care or support
• Prior medical office environment experience

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Directly impact patient care and engagement for complex chronic conditions
• Be part of a mission-driven, collaborative care team
• Flexible hybrid schedule with opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive environment that values innovation, communication, and patient-centered care

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