Care Coordination Assistant
commonspirit
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Care Coordination Assistant
commonspirit· Care Coordination
About this role
Where You’ll Work
Hello humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)
Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.
Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.
Leaders in Specialized Care:
- Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
- Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
- Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.
Why SJHMC?
- Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
- Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
- Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.
This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Care Coordination Assistant at St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center, you will be a vital part of the Care Coordination team, assuming responsibility for patient care processes from newborn to geriatric for a designated time frame. You will directly contribute to safe, therapeutic patient care while serving as the primary receptionist and secretary.Every day you will support safe patient care through multidisciplinary processes and coordinating unit activities. You will efficiently manage information flow and assist healthcare team members in delivering care across all patient age groups.To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to managing day-to-day operations, and a commitment to providing safe, therapeutic care while working effectively with the entire healthcare team.
- Collaborates with and supports the Care Coordination team, including, but not limited to the Registered Nurse Care Coordinator and Social Worker.
- Manage timely post-acute care referrals, to assist with length of stay management and mitigation of denials.
- Communicate and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and family to facilitate care progression.
- Ensure post-acute follow-up appointments for identified patients to assist with readmission prevention and ensuring continuity of care.
- Deliver required patient notifications and letters, and obtain patient or family signatures on required documentation as needed to meet regulatory compliance.
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Job Requirements
Required
- Associate (two-year) Degree in Business/Health-Related field or High School Diploma or GED
- Medical terminology certificate or ability to demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills required to include Google Workspace applications including Docs, Sheets, typing, and data entry skill
Preferred
- At least 3 years previous experience in health care, care coordination, utilization review, discharge planning or similar healthcare setting
- Bachelor’s degree or BSW
- Experience supporting clinicians in demanding and fast paced patient care environments
- Licensed Practical Nurse: AZ
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Certified Medical Assistant AAMA
- Certified Medical Assistant NHA
- National Certified Medical Assistant NCCT
- National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant NAHP
- Registered Medical Assistant AMT
- Registered Medical Assistant
- Cert Med Asst - MMCI
- Certified Nursing Assistant: AZ
- Emergency Medical Technician: CA
Frequently Asked Questions
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The salary for this Care Coordination Assistant role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Care Coordination Assistant role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Care Coordination Assistant role in the Care Coordination department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Care Coordination Assistant at commonspirit belong to?
This Care Coordination Assistant position is part of the Care Coordination department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Care Coordination Assistant position at commonspirit?
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When was the Care Coordination Assistant job at commonspirit posted?
This Care Coordination Assistant position at commonspirit was posted on Jun 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Care Coordination Assistant
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