Homeward is rearchitecting the delivery of health and care in partnership with communities everywhere, starting in rural America. Today, 60 million Americans living in rural communities are facing a crisis of access to care. In the U.S. healthcare system, rural Americans experience significantly poorer clinical outcomes. This trend is rapidly accelerating as rural hospitals close and physician shortages increase, exacerbating health disparities. In fact, Americans living in rural communities suffer a mortality rate 23 percent higher than those in urban communities, in part because of the lack of access to quality care.
Our vision is care that enables everyone to achieve their best health. So, we’re creating a new healthcare delivery model that is purpose-built for rural America and directly addresses the issues that have historically limited access and quality. Homeward supports Medicare-eligible beneficiaries by partnering with health plans, providers, and communities to align incentives – taking full financial accountability for clinical outcomes and the total cost of care across rural counties.
As a public benefit corporation and Certified B Corp™, Homeward’s mission and business model are aligned to address the healthcare, economic, and demographic challenges that make it challenging for rural Americans to stay healthy. Our Homeward Navigation™ platform uses advanced analytics to connect members to the right care and local resources that address social determinants of health and improve holistic health outcomes. Since many rural communities lack adequate clinical capacity, Homeward also employs care teams that supplement local practices and reach people who cannot otherwise access care.
Homeward is co-founded by a leadership team that defined and delivered Livongo’s products, and backed most recently by a $50 million series B co-led by Arch Ventures and Human Capital, with participation from General Catalyst for a total of $70 million in funding. With this leadership team and funding, Homeward is committed to bringing high-quality healthcare to rural communities in need.
The Opportunity
Join us in tackling healthcare for rural America! We seek a compassionate and detail-oriented Clinical Engagement Specialist to support our mission by scheduling introduction visits for members over the phone. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with in-market and cross-functional teams to provide a welcoming, empathetic experience for current and prospective members.
What you’ll do:
- Conduct both outbound and inbound calls to members and schedule their introduction visit.
- Provide support to nonclinical team members during interactions with patients seeking to discuss clinical issues.
- Proactively reach out and engage members who are identified as high-risk and high utilizers.
What you bring:
- An active LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) license (REQUIRED).
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
- Proven track record of working autonomously and managing a high volume of patient calls.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and questioning skills.
- Proficiency in documenting and tracking member interactions in Homeward systems.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure HIPAA verification and adhere to approved scripting for member outreach.
This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between patients and the healthcare system, ensuring that high-risk individuals receive the needed attention and care. The Clinical Engagement Specialist is a key player in the healthcare team, dedicated to improving patient outcomes through effective communication and engagement strategies.
What Shapes Our Company:
- Deep commitment to one another, the people and communities we serve, and to care that enables everyone to achieve their best health
- Compassion and empathy
- Curiosity and an eagerness to listen
- Drive to deliver high-quality experiences, clinical care, and cost-effectiveness
- Strong focus on the sustainability of our business and scalability of our services to maximize our reach and impact
- Nurturing a diverse workforce with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view
- Taking our mission and business seriously, but not taking ourselves too seriously– having fun as we build!
Benefits:
- Competitive salary, equity grant, generous paid time off
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental & vision insurance with 100% of monthly premium covered for employees
- Company-sponsored 401k plan
- Flexible working arrangement
The base salary range for this position is $50,000 – $70,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, location, competencies, and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Package provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work at Homeward Health. This role is eligible for an annual bonus, stock options, and a comprehensive benefits package.
At Homeward, a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you have yet to gain experience in the areas detailed above, we hope you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
Homeward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Homeward is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.