Patient Advocate/Quality Coordinator - Behavioral Hospital

Arlington, TX
Full Time
Experienced

About Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington is a leading provider of mental and behavioral healthcare services dedicated to delivering hope, healing, and recovery to patients and their families. As part of the Perimeter Healthcare network, we provide comprehensive treatment across multiple states and care settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient programs.

Our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers individuals to overcome behavioral health challenges and achieve lasting wellness. We are committed to creating a supportive environment where patients, families, and team members can thrive.

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Patient Advocate/Quality Coordinator to support a positive patient experience while contributing to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. This role serves as a liaison between patients, families, and hospital staff, helping to resolve concerns, protect patient rights, and identify opportunities for service excellence and process improvement.

The ideal candidate is an effective communicator, skilled problem solver, and patient-centered professional who thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Advocacy & Complaint Resolution

  • Serve as an advocate for patients and families throughout their care experience.
  • Conduct daily patient rounds to proactively identify and address concerns.
  • Receive, investigate, document, and manage patient complaints and grievances.
  • Facilitate communication between patients, families, providers, and hospital departments.
  • Coordinate timely resolutions and follow-up activities.
  • Maintain confidential documentation of complaints, investigations, and outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements for grievance management.
  • Escalate complex concerns or potential legal issues when appropriate.
  • Provide updates on significant patient concerns to hospital leadership.

Quality Improvement

  • Track and analyze complaint and grievance trends.
  • Collaborate with leadership to identify and implement process improvements.
  • Assist with collecting, analyzing, and reporting quality and performance improvement data.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual performance improvement reports.
  • Participate in initiatives that enhance patient satisfaction, quality, and safety outcomes.

Compliance & Incident Reporting

  • Assist with the review and reconciliation of incident reports.
  • Maintain data within electronic reporting systems and databases.
  • Support compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum one (1) year of experience in healthcare, patient advocacy, customer service, risk management, quality improvement, or a related field strongly preferred.
  • Hospital or behavioral healthcare experience strongly preferred.

Certifications

  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • De-escalation Training: Handle With Care (HWC) certification.

Required Skills

  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in sensitive situations.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic reporting systems.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Schedule

  • Full-time opportunity 
  • 8-hour shifts
  • Day Shift
  • Monday - Friday

Why Join Perimeter?

Comprehensive Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Supplemental insurance options

Supportive Work Environment

  • Collaborative, multidisciplinary care team
  • Mission-driven culture focused on patient success
  • Inclusive and supportive workplace environment
Location
  • Arlington, Texas

Join a team dedicated to improving the patient experience through advocacy, quality improvement, safety, and compassionate care. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while collaborating with healthcare professionals committed to excellence.

Apply today to help champion patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every employee is valued and respected. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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