Patient Care Coordinator - (Colorado)

Colorado Physician Partners; Lakewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Colorado Physician Partners is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator to support Medicare patients within a primary care practice. The role blends remote work (about 80%) with periodic in-clinic hours in the Denver area, focusing on care transitions and patient engagement.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure timely follow-ups, accurate documentation, and adherence to HIPAA. Requires MA certification and 2+ years of experience; bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Medical Assistant required.
• Certification as Medical Assistant required.
• Knowledge of healthcare administration and patient care processes.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) management.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care management activities with clinical teams.
• Facilitate transitions of care and post-discharge follow-ups.
• Act as information conduit between healthcare entities and care teams.
• Support high‑risk patients with gap closure and care planning.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and patient confidentiality.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Healthcare administration

Clinical care coordination

Medical terminology

EMR management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Care management software

Job description

Patient Care Coordinator - (Colorado)# Alpine Careers## Patient Care Coordinator - (Colorado)Apply: Hybrid: USA, Colorado, Lakewood: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R0002268**Job Description:**Candidates need to reside atleast within a 150 mile radius of Denver, Colorado The Patient Care Coordinator plays a pivotal role in care coordination and healthcare service management for the Medicare patient population within the primary care practice. Collaborating closely with healthcare providers, the Patient Care Coordinator ensures seamless transitions of care and supports follow-up engagement of high risk or vulnerable patients within the practice. The Patient Care Coordinator duties involve patient-facing tasks, facilitating smooth communication, support, and assistance throughout the patient's healthcare journey. The position demands a comprehensive understanding of clinical care delivery, coupled with robust communication abilities, all aimed at elevating patient satisfaction and care quality. This is a hybrid role with approximately 80% remote work and periodic working hours in supported clinics.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsible for coordinating care management activities:* Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure comprehensive care for responsible patients, including pre-visit planning and retrieval of post-discharge summaries.* Serve as an essential conduit of information flow between healthcare entities and our care teams and systems.* Engage patients in health improvement activities and educate them on self-management tasks to avoid unnecessary ED visits and hospitalizations.* Support team huddles to enable clinic team to review active hospital census and population health data to close gaps in care, identify high risk patients in need of a visit, and review utilization trends.* Actively manage a panel of high risk patients, anticipating their needs, addressing barriers to care, and coordinating with their attributed PCP care team to provide them access to care.* Collaborate with patients, physicians, and care team members to assess progress toward health goals and ensure consistent documentation of patient self-management measures and progress.* Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.* Treat all individuals with dignity and respect.* Participate in professional development activities.Responsible for coordinating care coordination services:* Monitor various platforms to stay informed of patient utilization events such as hospital admissions, ED visits etc. and document occurrences.* Perform and document transitional care activities, including 48-hour follow-ups post hospital visits, medication reviews, obtaining hospital records, and TCM visit scheduling.* Collaborate with healthcare providers and staff to identify patients for care transition services.* Support providers in regular engagement and scheduling for high-risk, complex patients.* Collaborate with Medical Receptionists, Medical Assistants and clinicians to proactively identify gaps in care and risks that may lead to avoidable hospitalizations during patient visits.* Coordinate with the PHP Care Management Team to escalate issues with C-SNP members in the office’s panel.* Ensure patient’s health plan is flagged appropriately in the EMR, including flagging new C-SNP members.* Provide clinical follow-up with patients as needed and offer guidance on effective care transitions.* Support use of coding tools in the clinic during patient visits to capture chronic conditions.* Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care coordination activities. Qualification * Two years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Certification is required* Excellent knowledge of healthcare administration and patient care processes* Strong understanding of clinical practices and care coordination* Knowledge of Medical Terminology* Experience with Electronic Medical Records Management Preferred Experience * Bilingual (English/Spanish)* Value-based care & Medicare Advantage* Experience with care navigation or care coordination to include transitions of care support* Knowledge of Billing and Insurance claims.* Certified Patient Care Coordinator (CPCC)* Experience in primary care setting or care management a plus**Salary Range:****Hourly Pay Range:** $17.45 -$24.00 hourly**Additional Compensation:** Eligible for quarterly performance bonus based on individual and/or company performance**Benefits:** Includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid time off (PTO); and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)**Application Deadline:** Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.**How to Apply:** Apply via careers page at https://alpinephysicians.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/external### Colorado Physician Partners - About UsColorado Physician Partners (CP2) is an exceptional group of independent primary care practices in Colorado focused on offering comprehensive individual and family care to the community. Our providers work collaboratively to share best practices and create innovative solutions for improved quality of care. Join our team and grow your career with the highest performing practice group in the Denver metro area market!