Yourcommunityhospital
Bariatric Patient Navigator Coordinator, Full-Time
Yourcommunityhospital, Grand Junction, Colorado, United States, 81503
Bariatric Patient Navigator Coordinator, Full-Time
Job Category:
Administrative
Requisition Number:
BARIA003649
Locations
Grand Valley Wellness Center, 605 28 1/4 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81506, USA
Schedule:
Monday - Thursday 8-5 and Friday 8-2
Application Deadline:
Open until January 19, 2026
Responsibilities:
Reviews the patient’s needs to determine whether the individual meets the program’s parameters.
Coordinates all bariatric services provided in association with the program’s patients.
Follows the patient throughout the steps of the program.
Ensures patients receive appropriate psychological and other counseling.
Facilitates and schedules support groups and educational events.
Communicates with service delivery partners, physicians, and other health professionals to provide case coordination and develop a plan of care that facilitates the efficient use of health care resources.
Effectively assesses, coaches and graduates patients from care, resulting in successful patient outcomes.
Communicates with other healthcare professionals as appropriate, informing them of the patient’s progress and/or potential concerns.
Coordinates and documents all details of the patient’s progress throughout and after program participation.
Facilitates/Leads the hospital bariatric program Multidisciplinary Task Force, ensuring coordinated comprehensive care that includes nurses, dietitians, and physician extenders.
Develops and maintains bariatric partnerships with outlying hospitals to assist patients in getting surgery at Community Hospital and have pre‑ and post‑operative care and support done in the home community as needed.
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare preferred.
Previous proven experience and expertise in surgery scheduling, insurance authorizations, and pre‑surgical testing with a minimum of five (5) years in healthcare services preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Education
High School diploma or better (required)
Associate’s Degree or better (preferred)
Bachelor’s Degree or better (preferred)
Licenses & Certifications
BLS required
Compensation
$21.00 - $24.15 per hour, depending on education and experience.
Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increases, market adjustments, recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.
Life Insurance
Free Parking
Paid time off
Education assistance
403(b) with employer matching
Wellness Program
Additional benefits based on employment status
Additional Information
Relocation:
Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work.
Work Location:
In‑person/onsite
Equal Opportunity Employer Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Administrative
Requisition Number:
BARIA003649
Locations
Grand Valley Wellness Center, 605 28 1/4 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81506, USA
Schedule:
Monday - Thursday 8-5 and Friday 8-2
Application Deadline:
Open until January 19, 2026
Responsibilities:
Reviews the patient’s needs to determine whether the individual meets the program’s parameters.
Coordinates all bariatric services provided in association with the program’s patients.
Follows the patient throughout the steps of the program.
Ensures patients receive appropriate psychological and other counseling.
Facilitates and schedules support groups and educational events.
Communicates with service delivery partners, physicians, and other health professionals to provide case coordination and develop a plan of care that facilitates the efficient use of health care resources.
Effectively assesses, coaches and graduates patients from care, resulting in successful patient outcomes.
Communicates with other healthcare professionals as appropriate, informing them of the patient’s progress and/or potential concerns.
Coordinates and documents all details of the patient’s progress throughout and after program participation.
Facilitates/Leads the hospital bariatric program Multidisciplinary Task Force, ensuring coordinated comprehensive care that includes nurses, dietitians, and physician extenders.
Develops and maintains bariatric partnerships with outlying hospitals to assist patients in getting surgery at Community Hospital and have pre‑ and post‑operative care and support done in the home community as needed.
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare preferred.
Previous proven experience and expertise in surgery scheduling, insurance authorizations, and pre‑surgical testing with a minimum of five (5) years in healthcare services preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Education
High School diploma or better (required)
Associate’s Degree or better (preferred)
Bachelor’s Degree or better (preferred)
Licenses & Certifications
BLS required
Compensation
$21.00 - $24.15 per hour, depending on education and experience.
Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increases, market adjustments, recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.
Life Insurance
Free Parking
Paid time off
Education assistance
403(b) with employer matching
Wellness Program
Additional benefits based on employment status
Additional Information
Relocation:
Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work.
Work Location:
In‑person/onsite
Equal Opportunity Employer Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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