BackPatient Relations Manager
@ VieMed
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the Supervisor and all Patient Relations Department Leads, providing direction, performance feedback, and professional development.
- Coordinate the complaint tracking and escalation process for regulatory agencies; manage documentation, timeline adherence, and communication protocols for BBB complaints, state Attorney General inquiries, and legal matters.
- Partner with Legal and Compliance departments on patient complaint resolution, regulatory response, and remediation strategies; prepare briefings and recommendations for Director approval.
- Lead the implementation and rollout of quality and compliance systems and processes; ensure all organizational supervisors and leads are trained and proficient in organizational tools and protocols.
- Manage the development and continuous improvement of the patient experience training curriculum for employees across the organization; coordinate delivery schedules, track completion, and measure training effectiveness.
- Oversee quality monitoring system utilization across teams; ensure proper training, monitor insights, and translate data into actionable guidance for supervisors.
- Coordinate patient feedback analysis and distribution; synthesize patient feedback into operational recommendations and trend reports for Director.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to other supervisors, managers, and directors within the organization on patient experience best practices, compliance protocols, and operational excellence.
- Prepare operational reports, metrics dashboards, and compliance documentation for Director review; escalate significant issues, trends, or risks requiring Director decision-making.
- Represent VieMed professionally in internal and external communications; maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding sensitive patient and personnel matters.
- Support the Director in achieving organizational goals and respond to ad hoc requests that arise in a healthcare operations environment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or related field preferred; equivalent leadership experience considered.
- 5+ years of management experience leading teams and driving operational performance.
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop leaders while fostering employee engagement and accountability.
- Experience managing operations within a complex, fast-paced, and highly accountable environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and learning management systems
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with legal counsel, compliance officers, and external agencies
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience with quality management systems, complaint tracking, and regulatory reporting
- Experience implementing healthcare systems and quality management platforms
- Background in Durable Medical Equipment (DME), respiratory care, or oxygen therapy operations
- Experience coordinating regulatory response and working with legal/compliance teams
- Proven ability to mentor and develop other leaders in healthcare settings
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously
- Problem-solving mindset with ability to navigate complex healthcare scenarios
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-first culture and operational excellence
- Ability to work independently while maintaining clear communication with executive leadership
How to Apply:
Apply online at: https://www.viemed.com/corporate-careers/
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Location: Lafayette, LA
Date Posted: July 29, 2026
Application Deadline: August 31, 2026
Job Type: Full-time