Entry Level Patient Care Coordinator Jobs
New grad patient care coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on clinical coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Retail, with employers like Professional Physical Therapy, Optum, and Sonrava Health hiring at this level now.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 53+ Entry Level Patient Care Coordinator jobs
Location/Facility: Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Frisco at PGA Parkway, 7600 Better Wy, Frisco, TX 75033
Shift/Schedule: Full time days, three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends.
Opportunities available in: ICU, Med Surg, Float Pool, Women’s Services
JOB SUMMARY
The Patient Care Technician - Health Unit Coordinator performs various clerical and patient care duties for the department under the direct supervision of the licensed nurse.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Collects and records patient data, reporting information and observations to nursing personnel in a timely fashion.
- Obtains and records patient vital signs, height, weight, nutritional intake and output and performs blood glucose monitoring via finger-stick blood samples, test strips and portable meters.
- Performs routine urinary catheter care.
- Collects and transports specimens, including, but not limited to, urine, stool and sputum, as requested.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living (i.e., personal hygiene, dressing, eating, maintaining continence and turning/transferring/ambulation) and changing linen, as appropriate to setting.
- Answers and responds to patient call lights and requests in a timely manner.
- May be assigned as a sitter for patients needing constant observation.
- Completes and maintains unit and patient records, files, forms and documents related to work area management and patient care to include admissions, surgeries, transfers, discharges, medical records and physician call list.
- Maintains clean and organized work area of records, files, forms, and reference documents.
- Checks, updates and maintains facility boards, pneumatic tube system and telemetry box reconciliation according to departmental policy, procedures and/or guidelines.
- Prepares reports, purchase orders, projects, memos and letters using computer programs.
- Greets visitors and assists them as needed.
- Answers telephones and contacts professional and non-professional nursing personnel and medical staff using pagers, beepers and cell phones.
- Tracks call light response time for the unit.
- Assigns phone and location devices to appropriate staff.
- Perform work area support duties as directed by the nurse or physician.
- Runs errands, picks up supplies and transports patients.
- Maintains inventory, requisitions and stocks work area supplies and equipment.
- May assist with non-medical patient care support duties, such as, making coffee, transporting patients, and distributing ice, water and blankets.
- Cleans patient bedside units and nursing areas not included in general housekeeping, and cleans equipment properly and distributes based on patient needs.
- Attends in-services, unit meetings and conferences.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Good communications skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient.
- Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
QUALIFICATIONS
-
EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
-
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
-
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Location/Facility: Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Frisco at PGA Parkway, 7600 Better Wy, Frisco, TX 75033
Shift/Schedule: Full time days, three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends.
Opportunities available in: ICU, Med Surg, Float Pool, Women’s Services
JOB SUMMARY
The Patient Care Technician - Health Unit Coordinator performs various clerical and patient care duties for the department under the direct supervision of the licensed nurse.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Collects and records patient data, reporting information and observations to nursing personnel in a timely fashion.
- Obtains and records patient vital signs, height, weight, nutritional intake and output and performs blood glucose monitoring via finger-stick blood samples, test strips and portable meters.
- Performs routine urinary catheter care.
- Collects and transports specimens, including, but not limited to, urine, stool and sputum, as requested.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living (i.e., personal hygiene, dressing, eating, maintaining continence and turning/transferring/ambulation) and changing linen, as appropriate to setting.
- Answers and responds to patient call lights and requests in a timely manner.
- May be assigned as a sitter for patients needing constant observation.
- Completes and maintains unit and patient records, files, forms and documents related to work area management and patient care to include admissions, surgeries, transfers, discharges, medical records and physician call list.
- Maintains clean and organized work area of records, files, forms, and reference documents.
- Checks, updates and maintains facility boards, pneumatic tube system and telemetry box reconciliation according to departmental policy, procedures and/or guidelines.
- Prepares reports, purchase orders, projects, memos and letters using computer programs.
- Greets visitors and assists them as needed.
- Answers telephones and contacts professional and non-professional nursing personnel and medical staff using pagers, beepers and cell phones.
- Tracks call light response time for the unit.
- Assigns phone and location devices to appropriate staff.
- Perform work area support duties as directed by the nurse or physician.
- Runs errands, picks up supplies and transports patients.
- Maintains inventory, requisitions and stocks work area supplies and equipment.
- May assist with non-medical patient care support duties, such as, making coffee, transporting patients, and distributing ice, water and blankets.
- Cleans patient bedside units and nursing areas not included in general housekeeping, and cleans equipment properly and distributes based on patient needs.
- Attends in-services, unit meetings and conferences.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Good communications skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient.
- Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
QUALIFICATIONS
-
EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
-
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
-
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
See All 53 Entry Level Patient Care Coordinator Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsEntry Level Patient Care Coordinator Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services44
- Education4
- Retail2
- Distribution & Wholesale2
Entry Level Patient Care Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level patient care coordinator job?
Employers hiring at the entry level prioritize candidates who can demonstrate patient-facing communication skills, attention to scheduling detail, and familiarity with electronic health records. A clinical internship, medical office volunteer experience, or a healthcare administration certificate gives you a concrete edge over candidates with no exposure. Highlight any customer service or administrative background, since those transferable skills translate directly to coordinating patient appointments and insurance follow-ups.
Which companies hire entry level patient care coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level patient care coordinators right now include Professional Physical Therapy, Optum, and Sonrava Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hospital systems, outpatient clinics, specialty practices, and home health agencies are among the most active employers at this experience level.
Are there remote entry level patient care coordinator jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are less common at the entry level than in other healthcare administration positions. About 2% of entry level patient care coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth providers and large multi-site health systems most likely to offer flexible arrangements for coordinators handling scheduling, referrals, or follow-up calls.
Are these new grad patient care coordinator jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior patient care coordinator roles. A posting is new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or clinical placement hours, or explicitly invites candidates with a portfolio of coursework or volunteer work in lieu of full-time experience. Look for language like "no experience required" or "will train" as reliable indicators.
Which industries hire the most entry level patient care coordinators?
Entry Level patient care coordinator roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because high patient volume, ongoing staff turnover, and expanding telehealth services create a steady need for coordinators who can be trained on-site rather than requiring extensive prior clinical experience.