Company
Healthcare
KidneyCareSpecialist
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Kidney Care Specialist. Skills: Kidney care, Patient support, Care coordination. Provide virtual care navigation. Conduct virtual or in-person patient interactions”
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
Extensive local or regional travel, Valid driver’s license, Reliable transportation, Travel to regional business units, Travel to corporate meetings, On-site training, Work evenings and weekends, Prolonged periods of sitting, Computer use
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School diploma or G. E. D., Minimum 1-3 years of experience in kidney care, chronic disease management, or related healthcare fields
Nice to Have
3-5 years clinical background preferred, Relevant licensure or certification preferred, Experience working with CKD, ESRD, dialysis, or chronic disease populations preferred, Prior experience delivering virtual or telephonic patient education strongly preferred
What You'll Do.
Provide virtual care navigation
Conduct virtual or in-person patient interactions
Collaborate with nephrologists
Support coordinated patient care
Build working relationships with providers
Support Kidney Care Advocate objectives
Partner with internal stakeholders
Ensure consistent messaging
Serve as trusted resource
Provide timely communication
Document patient interactions
Support referral workflows
Utilize virtual tools
Track patient engagement
Participate in development of education materials
Maintain knowledge of kidney disease
Identify patient barriers to care
Connect patients with resources
Support quality initiatives
Adhere to regulatory standards
Participate in team meetings
Support patients longitudinally
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Clinical teams; Operational teams; Care teams; Internal partners
Communication Scope
Patient-friendly manner; Verbal communication; Written communication; Presentation skills
Full Job Description
Help patients navigate chronic kidney disease before dialysis through education, care coordination, and ongoing support. This field-based role partners closely with nephrology providers to improve patient outcomes, address care gaps, and connect patients with the resources they need to make informed treatment decisions. Ideal for professionals passionate about patient advocacy, relationship building, and making a meaningful impact in kidney care. The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Hourly Rate: $17-30 ** _PURPOSE AND SCOPE:_** The Kidney Care Specialist (KCS) supports patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) by driving early education adoption, care navigation, and engagement through a combination of field-based physician and community outreach and virtual patient support. This role bridges the gap between diagnosis and informed treatment choice, ensuring patients receive timely, consistent education and support across the kidney care continuum. Deployment may vary by market need and may include field-based, virtual, or hybrid responsibilities. **_PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:_** * Provide virtual care navigation to CKD and ESRD patients regarding kidney disease progression, treatment options (including home modalities and transplantation), and self-management strategies using approved digital platforms. * Conduct scheduled and on-demand virtual or in-person patient interactions (video, phone, and electronic communication) to assess patient needs, readiness, barriers, and preferences. * Collaborate with nephrologists, advanced practice providers, care teams, and internal partners to support coordinated patient care and appropriate referrals. * Build and maintain strong working relationships with nephrologists, advanced practice providers, clinical managers, care coordinators,
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