Bariatrics Coordinator

Description

Introduction

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Bariatrics Coordinator opening with Memorial Health - Bariatric Surgery Clinic today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

Benefits

Memorial Health - Bariatric Surgery Clinic, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a(an) Bariatrics Coordinator for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Responsible for the on-going development, coordination, and management of the Memorial Health Bariatric program. Responsible for clinical aspects of patient care throughout entire patient experience. Works closely with medical staff, administrative staff, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary staff to implement program goals and improve patient outcomes. In addition, responsible for management of daily office operations and processes, including coordination of both policies and procedures into a cohesive system, inter- and intra-office communication, organization and facilitation of protocols and processes within office, and resolution of both internal and external issues regarding patient and office management. Complies with the Physician Service Group Compliance Programs, related policies and procedures and the Code of Business Practices; reports instances of perceived and actual non-compliance to Practice Manager or through other reporting mechanisms.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

· Makes a positive impression on customers by behaving in ways that are warm, welcoming, professional and helpful.

· Displays mutual Respect for patients, physicians, team members, visitors, and family/significant others. Demonstrates commitment to excellence via keeping interior and exterior surroundings clean and orderly; dressing professionally and displaying team member identification badge at collar level; presenting Memorial in a positive light to others; and providing constructive criticism in order to improve Memorial.

· Behaves in a trustful manner by communicating openly and honestly; following through with assignments; behaving in a fair and consistent manner; and supporting teamwork at all levels of the organization.

· Strives to exceed patient satisfaction expectations and quality and financial benchmarks.

· Initiates and manages patient education process. Ensures patient has completed required education and training classes. Throughout patient care process responsible for responding to all patient questions by phone, email and secure messaging. This responsibility includes timely completion of medical records and other documentation as appropriate.

· Supervises the coordination of all aspects of the Bariatric Program. This responsibility includes coordination of multidisciplinary team responsibilities and management of all aspects of the patient’s progression through the program from initial contact to post-surgical care. Provides direction, guidance and training to Memorial Health and office staff on management of bariatric patients. Manages all education programs for Memorial nursing, radiology, and transport staff as required by Center of Excellence guidelines. Insures that Memorial maintains and uses appropriate equipment for bariatric patients in all patient care areas. Schedules and manages quarterly Bariatric Management Committee meetings to collect input for all clinical and support staff at Memorial.

· Assists in medical report preparation and maintains practice database. Ensures that program database is updated with all patient data to meet all BOLD (Bariatric Outcome Longitudinal Database) requirements as dictated by Center of Excellence (COE) requirements.

· Participates in special projects identified by Memorial Bariatric Medical Director or other clinical projects as assigned. Responsible for maintaining the repository of clinical guidelines and SOP’s required to meet Center of Excellence guidelines. Develops and manages postoperative patient support group activities to help insure that patients comply with treatment guidelines.

· Performs related work as required.

· Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Value Statements.

EDUCATION:

· Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling OR in an accredited Nursing Program Required 

EXPERIENCE:

· Previous management experience, including running a department, formulating policy, managing budgets and setting goals. Previous experience developing and running a clinical program or business. 5 years of experience preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

· Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) OR BSN Degree with Nursing License in state of residency - Required.

Physician Services Group is skilled in physician employment, practice and urgent care operations. We are experts in hospitalist integration, and graduate medical education. We lead more than 1,300 physician practices and 170+ urgent care centers. We are HCA Healthcare’s graduate medical education leader. We provide direction for over 260 exceptional resident and fellowship programs. We focus on carrying out value-added solutions. These solutions help physicians deliver patient-centered healthcare. We support HCA Healthcare's commitment to the care and improvement of human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Bariatrics Coordinator opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.