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Patient Engagement Manager

Aurora, CO · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Patient Engagement Manager Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Department: Operations FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: $75,000 - 85,000 Annually Position Summary The Patient Engagement Manager ...

Patient Engagement Specialist

Inglewood, CA · On-site

$39K - $44K/yr

Schedule: Full-Time (40hrs/week) What You'll Do The Patient Engagement Specialist supports patient experience, patient engagement, and service excellence initiatives throughout the organization.

Patient Engagement Specialist

Nashville, TN · On-site

$35K - $40K/yr

About the Patient Engagement Specialist Role Upperline Health is looking for a Patient Engagement Specialist who is responsible for reaching out to our at-risk patient population and enrolling them ...

The Patient Engagement Specialist is responsible for reaching out to eligible patients to explain services, addressing a variety of inquiries, gathering feedback, and scheduling new patient ...

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How much do patient engagement jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for patient engagement in the United States is $77,797.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patient engagement?

A Patient Engagement job focuses on improving communication, support, and collaboration between healthcare providers and patients. Professionals in this role work to enhance patient experience, adherence to treatment plans, and overall health outcomes. They may use technology, education, and outreach to empower patients in managing their care. This role is common in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations looking to improve patient satisfaction and retention.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone in a patient engagement role?

Professionals in Patient Engagement roles are responsible for initiating and maintaining meaningful interactions with patients, addressing their questions, and ensuring they understand their care plans. Daily tasks often include coordinating between clinical teams and patients, monitoring patient feedback, supporting education initiatives, and helping resolve any service issues or barriers to care. You may also analyze patient experience data and collaborate with healthcare staff to develop strategies for improved satisfaction. This dynamic role requires teamwork, adaptability, and a passion for enhancing the overall patient experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the patient engagement position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Patient Engagement, you need strong communication, relationship-building, and healthcare knowledge, often supported by a background in health sciences or a related field. Familiarity with patient management platforms, CRM systems, and data analysis tools is commonly required, while certifications such as Certified Patient Experience Professional (CPXP) can be advantageous. Standout candidates demonstrate empathy, active listening, cultural competency, and problem-solving abilities. These skills are crucial for fostering patient trust, improving health outcomes, and supporting organizational goals for patient satisfaction and loyalty.

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Infographic showing various Patient Engagement job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,797 per year, or $37.4 per hour.

Patient Engagement Manager

Alsos Behavioral Health

Aurora, CO • On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
Patient Engagement Manager
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Department: Operations
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $75,000 - 85,000 Annually
Position Summary
The Patient Engagement Manager monitors & provides accountability to the patient engagement specialists and the patients in treatment embarking on their road to recovery. This individual is the main staff point of contact for all patient engagement specialists, including intake PES and patients, carrying out activities ranging from light fitness classes to daily lectures on topics pertinent to recovery; monitors patients regularly, resolving conflicts and responding to critical situations and interacts regularly with other clinical staff to aid in the recovery process and daily cleaning of building. This position ensures that Intake PES are helping patients feel safe and supported during intake and admission.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Embody the company's values and mission statement
  • Supervise all Patient Engagement Specialists, including Intake PES
  • Host and schedules interviews for patient engagement specialists and Intake PES
  • Provide training for all new patient engagement specialists
  • Provide training to Intake PES on all intake/admissions activities
  • Provide daily work schedules for all patient engagement specialists and Intake PES
  • Monitor productivity of patient engagement specialists
  • Monitor admissions & intake activities and processes
  • Ensure all Patient Engagement Specialists and Intake PES are covered
  • Track patient engagement process and provides feedback and guidance
  • Provide feedback and guidance for Intake PES
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists and Intake PES properly document
  • Host monthly staff meetings for all Patient Engagement Specialists/Intake PES
  • Enforce and inform policies and procedures
  • Schedule transportation for patients
  • Provide time management supervision for all patient engagement specialists and intake patient engagement specialists.
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are monitoring meals in dining room, including enforcement of portion control and putting aside plates for those not feeling well enough to physically attend meals.
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are leading patients in light daily fitness classes
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are leading enrichment activities including guided meditation, community building and free time
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are attending & monitoring enrichment activities with outside vendors
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are facilitating any non-therapy group as assigned by daily program schedule
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are monitoring patient movement and maintain presence in all patient areas
  • Lead community meetings to discuss various aspects of treatment & to resolve potential conflicts between patients
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are specializing in one-on-one patient engagement and retention tactics
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are attending & supervising trips to off-campus 12-step recovery meetings as assigned by meeting schedule
  • Ensure patient engagement specialists are monitoring patients at all times, diffuses conflicts, ensures patient compliance with treatment protocol, and involves other clinical staff as necessary
  • Ensure Patient Engagement Specialists are performing daily facility cleaning duties as directed by daily cleaning checklists
  • Ensure Intake PES are greeting new patients with care and professionalism, ensuring all intake forms, identification, and documentation are completed thoroughly, maintaining HIPAA compliance and confidentiality protocols
  • Ensure Intake PES are escorting patients through each step of the intake process and ensuring all personal belongings are logged appropriately
  • Perform all other tasks as assigned by supervisor
  • Work as a highly dependable, independent member of the treatment team
  • Be a committed team player willing to learn new skill sets

Supervisor Responsibilities
  • This position has supervisory responsibilities for all Patient Engagement Specialists and Intake Patient Engagement Specialists

COMPETENCIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Intellectual
  • Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
  • Write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format
  • Think strategically to solve complex problems with creative solutions

Interpersonal
  • Possess excellent communication skills to disseminate information, provide direction to staff, and interact with patients in a highly engaging fashion

Leadership
  • Lead by example for the Patient Engagement Specialists and Intake Patient Engagement Specialists on how to properly enact patient engagement strategies
  • Maintain composure during high-stress situations
  • Possess a customer service mindset

Organization
  • Track all patient engagement tasks for accurate and on time completion
  • Properly build a staffing schedule to ensure staff coverage
  • Complete all patient engagement manager tasks as stated in policy and procedure
  • Prioritize tasks properly in a high intensity environment

Self-Management
  • Keep self-organized and prioritizing tasks properly
  • Language, Math, and Reasoning
  • Possess excellent communication skills and grammar
  • Write emails and memos in a clear and concise manner
  • Possess quantitative reasoning to estimate timelines
  • Possess basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Position Requirements
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & TRAINING:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Human Resources, Behavioral Health, or a related field preferred, with a minimum of 1 years of supervisory or leadership experience; or
  • Associate's degree with 2 plus years of supervisory or leadership experience; or
  • High school diploma or GED plus 5 plusyears of progressive leadership or supervisory experience; or
  • Current Spring Grove Recovery employee with a minimum of 1 year of successful service and a recommendation from a Regional Vice President may be considered, even if they do not meet the education requirements.
  • 2-year prior experience working with Substance Abuse populations strongly preferred
  • Crisis Intervention Training strongly preferred
  • Personal interest or experience in fitness preferred
  • Personal passion or interest in substance abuse issues strongly preferred
  • Must be committed to drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use
  • Leaders in active recovery must possess a minimum of 2 years of sobriety

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
  • None

COMPUTER SKILLS:
  • Competent with Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 25 pounds.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk; hear.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee is occasionally required to walk and use hands to handle or feel.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to break up physical altercations between patients.

VISION REQUIREMENTS:
  • There are no special vision requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • This position works in an environment with moderate noise level. (Examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic.)

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Shift
Days
Position
Patient Engagement Manager
Division
Sheridan Grove Recovery
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
Location
DEN1
About the Organization
Healing with Dignity, Recovery with Purpose.
Oak Grove Recovery proudly serves the Columbus, Ohio, community by providing compassionate, judgment-free addiction treatment. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 to support each individual on their healing journey, offering care rooted in dignity, purpose, and unwavering respect.
This position is currently accepting applications.