Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Coordinator - RN
Employment Type: Part time • Shift: Day Shift
About the role
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center is seeking a Part-Time Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Care Coordinator to join the Surgical Services Team. The schedule is flexible and possibly subject to change based on the hired candidate: Monday - Wednesday between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS) Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating bariatric patient care with providers, triaging bariatric patients (telephonically/in-person), conducting pre-visit chart reviews to assess and anticipate bariatric patient care needs, developing and providing patient education, coordinating care across the continuum, and supporting quality improvement activities within the practice at Saint Alphonsus Medical Group Metabolic and Bariatric Center.
Responsibilities
- Know, understand, incorporate, and demonstrate the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Core Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
- Apply knowledge of performance improvement, billing, coding, and documentation requirements.
- Utilize evidence-based methodologies.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, and computer skills with the ability to relate and motivate effectively with patients and clinical staff.
- Work in coordination with all MBS team members including PSRs, MAs, and bariatric insurance coordinator to provide high-quality, compassionate, and seamless care for bariatric patients.
- Assist in developing written protocols and education for nurses detailing rapid communication and basic response to critical vital signs to minimize delays in diagnosis and treatment of serious adverse events for the metabolic and bariatric population.
- Manage the internal bariatric patient database for all patients throughout their preoperative and postoperative journey.
Requirements
- Licensed in the state of Idaho as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Licensed in the state of Oregon as a Registered Nurse within 6 months of hire.
- BSN preferred.
- Registration as an MBS Coordinator preferred.
- Three years of direct patient care experience desirable.
Benefits
Saint Alphonsus fosters personal and professional growth, offering opportunities that empower colleagues to develop their careers. Benefits include:
- Market-competitive pay.
- Generous PTO.
- Comprehensive benefits beginning on day one, including multiple health plan options.
- Retirement planning and matching.
- College savings plans for your family.
- Multiple life insurance plans adaptable to changing needs.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- Tuition reimbursement and educational opportunities.
About Saint Alphonsus Health System
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit ministry serving communities in Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada. The system includes 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Saint Alphonsus emphasizes patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based care.
- Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health.
- The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II).
- Commission on Cancer Accredited Program, demonstrating a commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.