Patient Coordinator

Giving Home Health Care; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Cell phone reimbursement

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Giving Home Health Care is seeking a Patient Coordinator to perform home visits, support patients, and bill compliance with a focus on compassionate, personalized care.

You will manage 50–60 patients, coordinate with nurses and aides, and advocate for patients at physician appointments while maintaining HIPAA compliance and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic focused on patient care.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Outstanding customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Clear communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Energetic, outgoing, and adaptable in a changing environment.
• Experience with case management or social work is a plus.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and build strong patient relationships.
• Ensure patients have DME and provide training to patients and care staff.
• Coordinate weekly to monthly check-ins with nurses and aides.
• Manage a caseload of 50-60 patients with documentation and renewals.
• Attend physician appointments to advocate for patients and explain the program.
• Upload documentation within 24 hours of visits and ensure compliance.
• Assist with patient assessments, care plans, and payroll/compliance tasks.
• Handle incident reports and support other care team roles as needed.

Skills

Time management

Scheduling

Customer service

Communication

MS Office

Independent work

HIPAA awareness

Reading/writing

Education

Associate degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

If you’re a compassionate individual who puts patients first and thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment, we want you to join our team! Apply today and help us continue delivering exceptional care to those who need it most.

The Patient Coordinator is a vital member of our care team, responsible for conducting home visits and attending physician appointments to build and strengthen relationships with patients and ensure their medical needs are met. This role involves managing a caseload, providing necessary training, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with healthcare providers to deliver high-quality home care services. The Patient Coordinator will also represent our company and advocate for patients during their medical appointments, ensuring a personalized and compassionate experience.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct home visits to patients' homes to build and strengthen relationships, initiate homecare, and gather necessary compliance documentation.
• Ensure patients have the proper durable medical equipment (DME) and provide training to patients, home health aides, and nurses.
• Conduct weekly/biweekly/monthly phone check-ins with team members, including nurses and home health aides, to coordinate patient care.
• Manage a caseload of 50-60 patients, collaborating with patients, their families, and healthcare providers to oversee medical documentation and renewals.
• Collaborate with a care team consisting of two peers and a lead, all under the supervision of a Care Team Director.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure the highest quality of patient care.
• Attend and advocate for patients at physician appointments, providing information about our program and ensuring suitable home care and DME.
• Provide exceptional customer service and build genuine relationships with patients, making them feel valued and special.
• Update and upload documentation within 24 hours of home visits, ensuring compliance with all necessary paperwork.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of patient assessments and care plans.
• Handle some payroll assistance and compliance paperwork for contractors.
• Report and document incident reports as needed.
• Step in for other care team roles as necessary and manage night/weekend calls based on patient needs.
• Meet and exceed performance metrics.

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic and focus on patient care.
• Proficient in time management, organizational skills, and scheduling.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Energetic, outgoing, and comfortable in an ever-changing environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and spreadsheet analysis.
• Proven ability to work independently and efficiently without close supervision.
• Experience in Case Management/Social Work preferred; will manage a caseload (preferred but not required)
• Medical knowledge and proficiency in medical terminology. (preferred but not required)
• Active engagement in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong reading and writing skills.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and strategic thinking.
• Understanding of HIPAA and maintaining confidentiality.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and dependable transportation for patient visits and appointments.
• Mandatory background check by the Department of Health.
• Associate-level education (preferred); high school diploma or equivalent required.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off - with additional hours accrued annually based upon tenure
• Sick Leave/Bereavement Leave
• 7 1/2 Paid Holidays + 2 floating Holiday Day + Your Birthday
• $100 monthly cell phone reimbursement (after 1 month of employment)
• Overtime pay at time and a half
• Very Competitive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance which begins after first full month of employment.
• 401(k) Plan with a company match program
• $150 Lifestyle Reimbursement annually (may be for gym/fitness memberships, Costco/Sam’s Club memberships, Amazon Prime memberships, and more)
• Modern Health mental wellness platform to access personalized mental healthcare for you and your dependents
• Competitive mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program

$23 - $27 an hour

Why Join Us:

If you are passionate about providing quality care and building genuine relationships with patients, we encourage you to apply. Our goal is to ensure patients feel loved and special while receiving the best possible home care services. Apply today to be a valued member of our dedicated care team!

To provide the exceptional care our patients deserve, we rely on a team of passionate, dedicated professionals. We’re committed to creating a supportive, collaborative culture, offering competitive benefits and compensation, and giving our team members the tools and opportunities to grow and advance their careers.

If you’re ready to be part of an organization that truly makes a difference in people’s lives, we encourage you to apply today and start a fulfilling journey with Giving Home!

Giving Home is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws to ensure fair compensation practices.

Giving Home is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Our employment practices are designed to provide equal opportunity at all stages of employment, including hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and termination.

Giving Home is committed to maintaining transparent compensation practices and regularly reviews our policies to ensure compliance with evolving laws and best practices. We value the contributions of our employees and strive to provide a work environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and fairly compensated.