Care Coordinator

Suvida · Houston, TX Full Time
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Job Description

What You’ll Do - Job Responsibilities Position Summary The Care Coordinator will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care to our patients at Suvida Healthcare. Working closely with the Nurse Care Manager, the Care Coordinator will be responsible for conducting daily patient follow-ups, processing durable medical equipment (DME) and home health orders, triaging calls, retrieving hospital records for recently admitted patients, and performing other clinical clerical tasks within the scope of practice for high-risk patients. Additionally, the Care Coordinator will undertake other tasks as assigned by the Nurse Care Manager. Responsibilities Conduct daily patient follow-ups for high-risk patients within the Chronic Care and Transition of Care Programs. Process DME and home health orders efficiently and accurately. Support inbound triage calls from patients and coordinate appropriate responses to acute patient needs. Retrieve hospital records for patients recently admitted to external facilities. Perform clinical clerical tasks to support the Chronic Care Program and Transition of Care Programs. Assist in procedures within the Medical Assistant scope of practice for high-risk patients. Collaborate closely with the Nurse Care Manager to ensure seamless patient care delivery. Identify and address barriers to care for high-risk patients. Coordinate patient care progression throughout the continuum, including transitions from acute and post-acute settings to home or other transitional care facilities. Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team. Facilitate patient discharge planning process to optimize outcomes and satisfaction. Monitor patient progress and intervene as necessary to ensure patient-focused, high-quality care. Collaborate with external case managers and community resources as needed. Actively participate in clinical performance improvement activities. Support activities to promote closure of care gaps and attainment of Medicare HEDIS metrics. Other tasks as assigned. What You’ll Bring Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Minimum 3 years of experience as a Medical Assistant or LPN / LVN. 5 years' experience as a Medical Assistant preferred Experience in chronic care management or related field preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Bilingual/Bicultural (English and Spanish) required. Education, Experience, Licensure, or Certification Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a Medical Assistant program required. Certification in Medical Assisting from AAMA, CCMA or any other nationally recognized body required. LPN / LVN license preferred. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Suvida Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Management roles in senior living carry a unique blend of healthcare oversight and business operations that most job listings barely touch on. Executive Directors and Administrators are typically responsible for state regulatory compliance, staff retention, census management, and family satisfaction — all at the same time. In Texas, Assisted Living Facility administrators must meet HHSC licensing requirements, which often include specific training hours and ongoing continuing education.

What surprises many new administrators is the direct involvement with families during crises — end-of-life transitions, care disputes, and emergency situations all land on your desk. Staff turnover in senior living runs high nationally, so a significant part of the role is recruiting, training, and retaining quality caregivers. Facilities in the Houston market compete heavily for qualified staff, making retention strategy a critical skill for anyone in these positions.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical day starts with a census and staffing review — confirming occupancy, checking for any overnight incidents, and ensuring the day's shifts are fully covered. Morning stand-ups with department heads (nursing, dietary, activities, maintenance) set priorities for the day. You will spend time on the floor interacting with residents and families, which doubles as quality checks and relationship building.

Afternoons often shift to administrative work — reviewing financial reports, handling vendor relationships, preparing for state surveys, and managing marketing efforts to maintain occupancy. Community outreach, hospital discharge planner relationships, and local referral networks are ongoing responsibilities. Most directors describe the role as never having two identical days — the blend of clinical, operational, and interpersonal challenges keeps the work unpredictable but engaging.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical/Health Services Manager positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $57.69/hr ($119,995/yr). The typical range is $45.94 – $73.58/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $72,987/yr
Houston Median $119,995/yr
Experienced (90th) $205,400/yr
vs. National Median +1.7%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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