Physician Extender APP, Nephrology
Core
Coordinate quality care for CKD and ESRD patients between primary care physicians, community nephrologists, and dialysis clinics to minimize care fragmentation and improve outcomes.
Role type
Senior Physician Extender (Nephrology)
Builds
Care coordination strategies and patient education programs for chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease.
Domain
Healthcare / Nephrology
Required skills
Care coordination, Patient education, Chart review and assessment, Stakeholder relationship management, Quality improvement strategy, Home dialysis transition management
Preferred skills
Nephrology CAQ certification, Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN), Value-based care experience, Risk-model based healthcare experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
Responsibilities
Analyze care gaps and make recommendations to PCPs and dialysis clinics; Coordinate care between ChenMed Nephrology team, PCPs, Dialysis units, and inpatient facilities; Review patient charts and provide assessments for care plans; Enhance home dialysis utilization; Work with transitional care team to decrease ESRD hospitalizations; Provide virtual education to patients on CKD and dialysis options.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC