Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Coordinator - RN

At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.

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 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.

Schedule

Flexible and possibly subject to change, based on the hired candidate; Monday - Wednesday between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Core Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Knowledge of performance improvement, billing, coding, and documentation requirements highly desired.
• Knowledge of evidence-based methodologies.
• Works 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.
• Assists/develops written protocols and education of nurses detailing the rapid communication and basic response to critical vital signs specifically required to minimize delays in the diagnosis and treatment of serious adverse events for the metabolic and bariatric population.
• Manages internal bariatric patient database for all bariatric patients in their preoperative and postoperative journey.

Requirements

• Licensed in the state of Idaho as a Health Care Professional as Registered Nurse (RN).
• Licensed in the state of Oregon as a Health Care Professional (Registered Nurse) within 6 months of hire.
• BSN preferred.
• Registration as an MBS Coordinator preferred.
• Three years of direct patient care experience desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills are essential with the ability to relate and motivate effectively with patients and clinical staff.
• Computer skills required.

Benefits

• Market-competitive pay.
• Generous PTO.
• Multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
• Retirement planning and matching.
• College savings plans for your family.
• Multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.