Why ThedaCare?
Living A Life Inspired!
Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.
At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits , with a whole-person approach to wellness –
Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare
About ThedaCare!
Summary :
The Lung Nodule Coordinator serves as the primary coordinator for patients identified with incidental or screening-detected pulmonary nodules requiring follow-up evaluation. This role provides multidisciplinary coordination between patients, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Pulmonology, Radiology, Primary Care Providers, and Oncology to ensure timely evaluation, diagnostic workup, and adherence to evidence-based follow-up recommendations.
The Lung Nodule Coordinator manages patients throughout the pre-diagnostic phase of care, from initial nodule identification through diagnostic resolution. This position is responsible for monitoring recommended follow-up imaging, facilitating specialist consultations and diagnostic procedures, educating patients regarding findings and recommendations, and maintaining tracking systems to ensure patients do not become lost to follow-up. Upon confirmation of a cancer diagnosis, care coordination is transitioned to the Lung Screening Navigator and/or Oncology Navigation team.
Job Description:
Monday - Friday
No Weekends No Holidays
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Care Coordination
Coordinates the evaluation and follow-up of patients identified with pulmonary nodules through incidental findings, lung cancer screening, emergency department encounters, inpatient admissions, or diagnostic imaging with the help of natural language processing software.
Serves as the primary point of contact for patients during the diagnostic evaluation period.
Reviews imaging reports and identifies patients requiring follow-up according to established guidelines and protocols.
Facilitates timely referrals to Cardiothoracic Surgery, Pulmonology, Interventional Pulmonology, Radiology, and other specialists as appropriate.
Coordinates recommended diagnostic testing, including repeat imaging, PET scans, pulmonary function testing, biopsies, and specialty consultations.
Tracks patients through completion of recommended diagnostic pathways and ensures closure of care gaps.
Patient Navigation and Education
Educates patients and families regarding lung nodules, recommended follow-up, diagnostic testing, and next steps in care.
Reinforces provider recommendations and promotes adherence to follow-up plans.
Assists patients in overcoming barriers to care, including scheduling, transportation, communication, and care coordination challenges.
Maintains ongoing communication with patients regarding appointments, testing, results, and provider recommendations.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Collaborates closely with Cardiothoracic Surgeons, Pulmonologists, Radiologists, Primary Care Providers, Advanced Practice Providers, and Oncology…