OB PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR

Bradenton, FL

$30/hr

Temp-to-hire

The OB Patient Care Coordinator oversees and coordinates patient care within the obstetrics department. They will ensure that pregnant patients receive high-quality and comprehensive care throughout their pregnancy, labor, and postpartum periods. This role involves patient education, communication, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to provide a seamless and supportive healthcare experience. 

JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Provide pregnant patients with essential information about their pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Offer guidance on prenatal nutrition, labor and delivery expectations, and newborn care 
• Coordinate and schedule obstetric appointments, tests, ultrasounds, and consultations with various healthcare providers, ensuring a well-organized care plan 
• Serve as a point of contact for pregnant patients and facilitate communication between patients and healthcare providers 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for each obstetric patient, including prenatal, labor, and postpartum care information 
• Conduct risk assessments for high-risk pregnancies and ensure appropriate monitoring and interventions are in place 
• Coordinate support services, such as lactation consultants, social workers, and childbirth educators, to meet the diverse needs of patients 
• Advocate for patients' needs and rights within the healthcare system, helping to navigate any barriers or challenges they may encounter 
• Be prepared to assist during obstetric emergencies, such as labor complications, and provide immediate support 
• Collaborate with obstetricians, nurses, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and patient-centered care 
• Participates in departmental and other meetings as assigned 
• Promotes the use of an EMR patient portal as a method of communication to the care team and accessibility of records 
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures 
• Maintains a clean, clutter-free, and well-organized workspace 
• Promotes the concepts of “Patients First” and “PCMH” 
• Performs and embraces all other duties as assigned 
• Maintains a caseload consistent with program guidelines 
• Maintains accurate travel documentation 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare management, or a related field is preferred 
• Strong knowledge of obstetrics, prenatal care, and labor and delivery processes is mandatory
• Knowledge of patient advocacy and ethical guidelines 
• Microsoft Office Products - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint proficiency required.
• Valid driver license required with the ability to move between sites as needed.

**All job applicants selected for employment are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and background check.

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