Patient Coordinator (Sleep Therapy)

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Patient Coordinator (Sleep Therapy)

@ VieMed

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the overall clinical, technical and administrative functions at the location on record regarding the PAP Therapy program.
  • Is responsible for contacting patients to schedule setups of equipment (CPAP, AutoPAP, BiPAP) and explain the clinical benefits of PAP therapy and dangers of sleep apnea
  • Is responsible for clinical contact with the physician, referred contacts, health care practitioners, and others involved in the care of the patients referred to Sleep Management, LLC d/b/a VieMed for home respiratory therapy services. 
  • Is responsible for the maintenance of records, charting, progress notes, clinical files, equipment records, preventative maintenance records, and other necessary documentation. 
  • Is responsible to maintain accurate inventory of all Sleep Management/VieMed assets and supplies. 
  • Is responsible to ensure all pertinent demographic information is updated regularly and with any change in personal or professional status. 
  • Is responsible for orientation and training of subordinate or newly hired respiratory therapist staff service technicians. 
  • Exhibits effective written and verbal communication skills. Adheres to cost-containment policies and procedures. 
  • Works with the office staff to ensure prompt and accurate billing and documentation of services, including providing adequate information to satisfy third-party payor guidelines for coverage. 
  • Works with all clinical, managerial, and sales staff to promote and market home respiratory therapist services to all referral sources. 
  • Is required to provide availability for patient contact and response to patient needs. 
  • Will work with team members (other RTs, PCC’s and various departments) to ensure tasks are completed.
  • Other duties/projects as assigned.  


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma required.
  • 1-3 years of administrative and clinical experience in an office setting preferred, but not required.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to interact knowledgeably with patients, physicians, etc.
  • Spanish speaking/bilingual preferred


Physical Demands:

  • Sitting at desk
  • Operation of office equipment and computer


Competencies:

  • Technical Capacity.
  • Customer/Client Focus.
  • Communication Proficiency.
  • Financial Management.
  • Presentation Skills


How to Apply:

Apply online at https://www.viemed.com/corporate-careers/

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Location: Lafayette, LA
Date Posted: January 29, 2024
Application Deadline: April 29, 2024
Job Type: Full-time

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VieMed