Perinatal Care Coordinator

Perinatal Care Coordinator

Department: Clinic Based

Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, TX

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
  • $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
  • Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
  • Subsidized Gym Membership
  • And much more!

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Location: Legacy Montrose Allen Parkway - 2929 Allen Pkwy Ste 1300. Houston, TX 77019 (Hybrid)

Perinatal Care Coordinator - Job Overview

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-4:30PM or 8:30AM-5PM)

Step into the future of healthcare with Legacy Community Health as a Perinatal Care Coordinator. This pivotal role is designed for trailblazers eager to revolutionize perinatal care coordination and health education for Legacy OB and pediatric patients. Seamlessly integrating cutting-edge methodologies, you'll support delivery coordination, ensure seamless newborn follow-up, and drive program development and evaluation.

  • Role Highlights: Embrace breakthrough techniques like motivational interviewing and tailored education to catalyze healthy behaviors and amplify patient outcomes.
  • Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic team dedicated to harnessing technology and data-driven insights for maximum community impact.
  • Advancement Opportunities: Propel your career with growth opportunities fueled by continuous learning and innovative practices.
  • Community Impact: Be at the forefront of healthcare transformation, ensuring every mother and child receives top-tier holistic care.
  • Workplace Benefits: Enjoy a forward-thinking, agile workplace that champions both personal and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Innovate health education programming through one-on-one and group settings, enhancing patient understanding and self-efficacy.
  • Conduct sophisticated screenings of patient needs, readiness for health behavior change, and track progress using data-driven methodologies.
  • Provide point-of-care services, including innovative health screenings and risk assessments.
  • Empower patients to set, navigate, and achieve transformative health goals within agile care systems.
  • Manage a caseload of Legacy OB patients, ensuring seamless access to medical and social services through strategic coordination.
  • Facilitate patient screenings and support personalized care plans with a future-focused approach.
  • Strengthen hospital partnerships, providing cutting-edge patient care coordination for newborn and postpartum patients.
  • Document services and manage patient schedules using advanced electronic health records systems.
  • Serve as a conduit between clients, healthcare providers, and community agencies, fostering innovative connections.
  • Lead outreach events, workshops, and community engagements that are at the forefront of healthcare innovation.
  • Monitor client progress, contribute to program evaluation and reporting using pioneering tools and metrics.
  • Identify service gaps and advocate for client needs, driving systemic healthcare improvements.
  • Maintain dynamic referral networks, resource lists, and educational materials, ensuring cutting-edge information dissemination.
  • Contribute to the development and evaluation of health education content and curricula, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Engage in performance metrics, meetings, trainings, and inter-clinic activities with a mindset of perpetual advancement.
  • Other duties as assigned, focusing on innovative solutions and agile responses.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience, with a focus on healthcare innovation.
  • 3 - 5 years of experience in cutting-edge healthcare environments.
  • Proven experience in direct education to diverse client populations, embracing cultural and technological diversity.
  • Experience working with OB and Pediatric patient populations in future-focused settings.
  • Strong experience in healthcare settings, leveraging technology and innovative practices.
  • Proficiency with computers, computer programs, and electronic health record systems.
  • Capability to provide point-of-care testing, adapting to site-specific technological advancements.
  • Demonstrate core competencies within 3 months of hire, showcasing adaptability and forward-thinking skills.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is desirable, enhancing communication in diverse communities.
  • Experience with sexual minorities and gender non-binary persons is desirable, embracing inclusive healthcare practices.
  • Desirable experience in providing education about pregnancy and/or the postpartum period, with innovative approaches.

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.