Sylvan Health Engagement Specialist I (1099)

About Sylvan Health:

At Sylvan Health, we believe nutrition is foundational to better health outcomes. We partner with healthcare organizations to connect patients with virtual nutrition care and support delivered by experienced Registered Dietitians. Our Engagement Specialists play a critical role in creating a positive, supportive first experience for patients entering our programs.

Position Overview:

This is a 6-month contract position for up to 30 hours per week, with the potential for extension based on business needs and performance.

The Engagement Specialist I serves as the first point of contact for patients and caregivers engaging with Sylvan Health and plays a key role in enrolling patients into our nutrition support program. This role is responsible for educating patients about the program, scheduling telehealth appointments with our Registered Dietitians, and assisting with rescheduling and basic technical support needs. The ideal candidate is empathetic, highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable communicating across multiple channels including phone, SMS, email, and patient portals.

What You’ll Do:

Serve as the initial point of contact for patients and caregivers

Build rapport and establish trusting relationships with patients and families

Make outbound calls to educate patients about Sylvan Health programs and assist with enrollment; schedule telehealth initial and follow-up visits with Registered Dietitians

Support patients with questions related to scheduling, telehealth visits, and general insurance concepts

Send follow-up communications through phone calls, SMS, email, and patient portal messaging

Provide timely support for inbound patient communications, including appointment adjustments and visit transfers

Deliver exceptional customer service and empathy during every patient interaction

Collaborate closely with Registered Dietitians and other care team members

Document patient interactions accurately within EMR and CRM systems

Resolve patient and caregiver questions professionally and efficiently

Navigate multiple systems and workflows simultaneously in a detail-oriented manner

Requirements

Legally Authorized to work in the U.S.

2+ years of experience in a patient-facing or healthcare communication role; examples include: Care Coordination, Patient scheduling, Healthcare customer support

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of health literacy

Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive, complex, or fast-moving situations in real time

Working knowledge of the U.S. healthcare system, including:

Provider visit types and care pathways

Basic insurance concepts such as deductibles, coverage, and in-network vs. out-of-network care

General patient navigation workflows

Ability to communicate clearly and confidently across phone, SMS, and email

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Comfortable adapting to evolving workflows and operational processes

Ability to work efficiently across multiple software systems simultaneously

Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required

Helpful but not required: Previous experience or working knowledge in nutrition or Medical Nutrition Therapy space

Benefits

This is a 1099 Contractor remote role.

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