Orthopedic - Joint Coordinator

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center, part of Methodist Health System, seeks an Orthopedic Coordinator to ensure optimal care for orthopedic patients. You will join a multidisciplinary team and educate patients, families, and staff to support care across the treatment continuum.

The role emphasizes thorough patient education, collaboration with the care team, and continuous improvements in the patient experience within a renowned hospital system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline is preferred.
• Certification in Orthopedics preferred.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse or Physical Therapist in the State of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Skills

Orthopedic care knowledge

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field

Licensure as RN or PT in Texas

Certification in Orthopedics preferred

Job description

Hours of Work : 40 Days Of Week : 5 Work Shift : 8X5 Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Your Job: The Orthopedic Coordinator ensures optimal provision of specialized care with the primary emphasis on the treatment of orthopedic patients. You will serves as a member of a multidisciplinary team, whose primary function is to facilitate coordinated, efficient care provided to the surgical orthopedic patient population throughout their care continuum. The practitioner will conduct thorough education for the patient, family, community and staff that provides care.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree (B.A., B.S.) in appropriate discipline is preferred
• Certification in Orthopedics preferred
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse or Physical Therapist in the State of Texas

Job Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas's best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned: Magnet®-designated hospital 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023 Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023 Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023 Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare, Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned: Great Place to Work Certified 2026-2027 Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2025 & 2026 Glassdoor's Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma 2026 Time's Best Companies for Future Leaders 2025 & 2026 Newsweek's America's Most Admired Workplaces 2026 Glassdoor's Best-Led Companies 2025 Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2025 Military Friendly Gold Employer 2025 Becker's Hospital Review 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2025 Newsweek's Americas Greatest Workplaces 2025