Engagement Specialist - IKC - Tacoma, WA

Posting Date

11 / 26 / 2025

3401 South 19th St, Tacoma, Washington, 98405, United States of America

Join DaVita Integrated Kidney Care (IKC) as an Engagement Specialist

Engagement Specialist

At DaVita IKC, engagement is everything. As an Engagement Specialist, you'll be the first point of contact for patients-onboarding, scheduling, and keeping them connected through high-volume, relationship-focused outreach. This role is perfect for someone organized, motivated, and skilled at building trust while helping patients navigate their healthcare journey.

Please note : In this role, you will be responsible for both Care Coordinator and Engagement Specialist duties.

Location & Travel :

Travel within the assigned market to DaVita clinics and / or Nephrology Practices in Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

No nights / weekends

Willing to travel locally using your own vehicle

Mileage reimbursed

Position Details

Full-Time, Monday-Friday schedule

Daily start time flexible between 7 : 00-8 : 00 AM

When working from home : Home workspace must include a quiet, private space with high-speed internet

Engagement Specialist Responsibilities

Facilitate CHE completion in nephrology offices, dialysis clinics, or via telehealth; coordinate with Nurse Practitioners and clinics to prepare for in-person appointments

Perform outbound calls to patients, caregivers, and clinics for CHE scheduling, reminders, and rescheduling; schedule telehealth CHEs for patients unable to attend in person

Welcome new patients to the program and collect any new concerns from existing patients; escalate to RN or Nurse Practitioner as appropriate

Maintain accurate documentation and communicate patient updates to the care team

Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust, influence patient participation, and overcome barriers to engagement

Organize outreach efforts by urgency and importance to maximize patient impact

Care Coordinator Responsibilities

(May represent up to half of total role responsibilities)

Coordinate care for patients by ensuring access to eligible resources / programs and assisting with referrals and provider appointments

Perform outbound calls and respond to inbound calls from patients, providers, and Village resources

Complete non-clinical screenings and pathways under the guidance of the Manager; escalate to Integrated Care Nurse as needed

Assist the clinical team with moving patients through the continuum of care by completing tasks as directed

Identify eligible resources for members and collaborate with Integrated Care Nurses, dialysis clinics, health plans, and other stakeholders to help members enroll in programs

Communicate directly with patients in a timely and professional manner

Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential documentation

Demonstrate exceptional two-way communication, both oral and written

Act in alignment with DaVita's mission and values to deliver high-quality patient care

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred

2+ years professional experience in customer service, patient-facing, or telephonic outreach roles preferred

Prior healthcare experience preferred

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Strong verbal and written communication skills, active listening, and motivational engagement techniques

Highly organized, with excellent time management and follow-through

Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively with care team members

Home workspace must provide a quiet, private environment with reliable high-speed internet

Why You'll Love Working Here

Directly impact patient care and engagement for complex chronic conditions

Be part of a mission-driven, collaborative care team

Opportunities for growth

Supportive environment that values innovation, communication, and patient-centered care

Join our team and help patients navigate their care journey.

Why You'll Love Working Here :

Directly impact patient care and engagement for complex chronic conditions

Be part of a mission-driven, collaborative care team

Flexible hybrid schedule with opportunities for professional growth

Supportive environment that values innovation, communication, and patient-centered care

What We'll Provide

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits : Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family : Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace, backup child and elder care, maternity / paternity leave and more
• Professional development programs : DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform Star Learning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

The Wage Range for the role is $20.50 - $25.50 / hour.

If a candidate is hired, they will be paid at least the minimum wage according to their geographical jurisdiction and the exemption status for the position.

Washington Exempt : $77,968.80 / year Washington Non-exempt : Bellingham : $17.66 / hour, Burien : $21.16 / hour, Unincorporated King County : $20.29 / hour, Renton : $20.90 / hour, Seattle : $20.76 / hour, Tukwila : $21.10 / hour, Remainder of Washington state : $16.66 / hour

For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link : DaVita.jobs / WageRates

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https : / / careers.davita.com / benefits

Colorado Residents : Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.