Patient Relations Coordinator, Full-Time, Days

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Full-Time Patient Relations Coordinator in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will analyze data for compliance, conduct quality control audits, and support managers with conflict resolution. Qualifications include a BS or BA in relevant fields and at least 3 years of experience in Patient Relations. This role offers a collaborative environment focused on innovative approaches to healthcare, as well as competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in Patient Relations with proven success in conflict resolution.
• Strong analytical skills for data compliance and performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data to ensure compliance and performance.
• Conduct random quality control audits.
• Support department managers for conflict resolution.
• Develop innovative methods for employee engagement.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

BS or BA in Psychology, Health Care Administration, Nursing or related fields

Master's in Psychology, Health Care Administration, or related fields

Job description

Patient Relations Coordinator, Full-Time, Days

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Patient Relations Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes data to ensure compliance and performance.
• Conducts random quality control audits.
• Acts as the primary resource for information and guidance to challenging PRD Complaints and Grievances.
• Partner and support department managers for conflict resolution when escalated to PRD.
• Support and share information with manager in complicated PRD Complaints & Grievances.
• Has awareness of complicated cases and uses appropriate resources (Risk, Claims, OGC, etc.) when needed.
• Develops & implements innovative methods ensuring employee engagement is kept at the highest level.
• Monitors staff performance to ensure compliance and expectations are met consistently.
• Proactively uses data to develop action plans for employee engagement.
• Responsible for process updates and education ensuring compliance with governing bodies.
• Manages staff coverage of NMH & NMG scheduling ensuring patient and department needs are met.
• Identifies and participates in the development of process improvement initiatives.
• Uses innovative thinking and technology to improve productivity, efficiency and quality to align with fiscal goals.
• Role models NM's Patients First value through modeling behaviors and coaching others.
• Provides feedback for staff performance reviews.
• Participates with manager in conduction staff performance reviews when applicable.
• Maintains a professional demeanor during high-stress situations; uses interpersonal skills to de-escalate issues with unusual, critical circumstances.

Qualifications Required

• BS or BA in Psychology, Health Care Administration, Nursing or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Patient Relations with proven success in conflict resolution with health.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Master's in Psychology, Health Care Administration, Nursing or related fields or currently enrolled.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.