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Patient Health Coordinator (LPN or Community Health Worker)

HarmonyCares

Reading, PAFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1w agoVerified open 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Reading, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

HarmonyCares is hiring a Patient Health Coordinator (LPN or Community Health Worker). HarmonyCares seeks a Patient Health Coordinator to support medical group patients by coordinating care, monitoring progress, and acting as a liaison between providers and patients. The role involves critical thinking, problem‑solving, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to address care gaps, social determinants of health, and high‑risk situations while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Key focus areas include Assist with care coordination efforts for a caseload of paneled patients, Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to solve problems and achieve objectives, and Act as liaison between provider and patient by coordinating messages, referrals, and prior authorizations.

Important skills include Care Coordination, Patient Advocacy, Interpersonal Communications, Critical Thinking, Time Management, and Problem Solving. Preferred (not required): Athena EHR.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Care CoordinationPatient AdvocacyInterpersonal CommunicationsCritical ThinkingTime ManagementProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeMedical TerminologyCustomer ServiceInterpersonal CommunicationActive ListeningAdaptabilityIndependent WorkTeam CollaborationMulti‑TaskingOrganizationDetail OrientationEMR SoftwareCall Center TechnologyMicrosoft Office SuiteAthena EHR

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED2+ Years Care Coordination ExperienceFamiliarity With Medicare Medicare Advantage MedicaidActive LPN/LVN License or EquivalentForeign Nursing Graduate CertificationForeign Medical Graduate CertificationCommunity Health Worker Certification2+ Years Customer Service Experience2+ Years Critical Thinking Role Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Patient Health Coordinator (LPN or Community Health Worker) Location US-PA-Reading ID 2026-10223 Category Administrative & Clerical Position Type Salary Full Time Remote No Overview HarmonyCares is a leading national value-based provider of in-home primary care services for people with complex healthcare needs. Headquartered out of Troy, Michigan, HarmonyCares operates home-based primary care practices in 14 states. HarmonyCares employs more than 200+ primary care providers to deliver patient-centered care under an integrated, team-based, physician-driven model.

Our Mission – To bring personalized, quality-based healthcare to the home of patients who have difficult accessing care.

Our Shared Vision – Every patient deserves access to quality healthcare.

Our Values – The way we care is our legacy. Every interaction counts. Go the extra mile. Empower and support each other.

Why You Should Want to Work with Us

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, and much more
  • 401K Retirement Plan (with company match)
  • Tuition, Professional License and Certification Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off, Holidays and Volunteer Time
  • Paid Orientation and Training
  • Day Time Hours (no holidays/weekends)
  • Manageable rosters and visits per day compared to a traditional practice environment
  • Established in 11 states
  • Largest home-based primary care practice in the US for over 28 years, making a huge impact in healthcare today!

More details about the benefits we offer can be found at https://careers.harmonycares.com/benefits .

Responsibilities The Patient Health Coordinator (PHC) plays a vital role in supporting Medical Group patients by assisting with care coordination and actively monitoring the progress. This role requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented, problem solver that will collaborate with the team to implement a patient-centered care plan and guide patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey. As a key member of the Integrated Care Team, the PHC contributes to essential care coordination efforts, including but not limited to managing Transitions of Care, facilitating access to community services and resources, and addressing quality care gaps as necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist with care coordination efforts and needs for caseload of paneled patients

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve problems and achieve objectives

  • Acting as the liaison between the provider and patient by coordinating in-market activities, including but not limited to relaying messages, processing referrals & faxes, and handling prior authorizations

  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and treatments; thinking critically about how the patient is responding and whether adjustments to the care plan are necessary. The PHC works collaboratively with the integrated care team (provider or Nurse Care Manager) to problem-solve through medical concerns.

  • Advocate for patients’ well-being, ensuring they receive the care and support they need. The PHC would advocate to the integrated care team during High-Risk Huddle and give their assessment and recommendation.

  • Outreach to patients who are discharged from the hospital and/or emergency room to understand, collect information and close care gaps

  • Identify, document, and resolve problems, goals and interventions in care plans. The PHC will update the care plan by adding PGI (problem, goal, intervention) as needed.

  • Communicate clinical information and instructions to patients/caregivers, facilities, etc. on behalf of providers, as directed

  • Work as part of a collaborative care team to achieve optimal quality and patient experience outcomes, including being an active member in High-Risk Huddles

  • Identify and ensure closure of Social Determinant of Health Barriers

  • Proactively monitor patients' care through outreach efforts and regularly established checkpoints based on care plans

  • Document all phone calls and patient interactions in the EHR promptly by utilizing standard clinical documentation guidelines as required by the company and local, state and federal rules and regulations

  • Maintain clear and compassionate communication with patients, family members, care team, and other external entities, representing the company in a professional and courteous manner in all interactions

  • Appropriately identify, acknowledge, escalate and/or address patient complaints, grievances, and concerns in a timely and effective manner

  • Adhere to all state and federal laws, including HIPAA In this role you may work with. . .

  • Providers

  • Support staff

  • Care Team

  • Patients

  • Patient Families

  • Caregivers

  • Facilities

  • 3rd party entities

  • External Providers

  • Community Resources Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

  • High school diploma/GED

  • 2+ years of care coordination or healthcare experience

  • Familiarity with Medicare, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid insurances and programs

  • Must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and can multi-task in a demanding and constantly changing environment

  • Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to communicate easily with others, including demonstrating active listening skills.

  • Demonstrate flexibility in addressing changing community needs and program environment

  • Ability to think critically and make sound judgments

  • Strong time management skills

  • Strong commitment to patient advocacy

  • Self-directed with excellent problem-solving skills

  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Proficiency with EMR software/application, call center technology, and Microsoft Office Suite

  • Experience in a community work or healthcare environment

  • Knowledge of basic principles, practices and techniques in primary healthcare Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • Active LPN/LVN license in the state where patients are located, Foreign Nursing Grad, Foreign Medical Grad, or Community Health Worker certification

  • Experience in Athena (EHR)

  • 2+ year of experience delivering exceptional customer service

  • 2+ years of experience in a position that involved critical thinking Pay Transparency Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations. Options Apply for this Job Apply Share Submit a referral to this job Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs Software Powered by ICIMS www.icims.com

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