# Temporary Chronic Care Manager (Primary Care - Rural Health)

**Company:** [Bright Harbor Healthcare](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/pPdx1Z9JreGcWCQWK36HB3.md)
**Location:** Bayville, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Temporary
**Department:** Medical

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## Description

**Position Title:** Chronic Care Manager (Primary Care - Rural Health)  
**Position Type:** Temporary Full Time; 35 Hours Weekly; this is a grant funded position available through October 31, 2026.  (Potential for Continuation)  
**Benefits Eligible:** Yes  
**Location:** Toms River, NJ  
**Department:** Primary Care - Rural Health  
**Salary:** $25.00 - $27.00 hourly

**Responsibilities:**

-   Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized care plans for patients with chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease).
-   Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical, behavioral, and social determinants of health.
-   Provide ongoing care coordination, including scheduling follow-ups, managing referrals, and ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
-   Monitor patient progress through regular outreach (phone, telehealth, or in-person visits) and adjust care plans as needed.
-   Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medication adherence, lifestyle changes, and preventive care.
-   Serve as a liaison between patients, primary care providers, specialists, hospitals, and community-based organizations.
-   Identify and address barriers to care, particularly those affecting rural populations (e.g., transportation, limited provider access, financial constraints).
-   Support transitions of care, including hospital discharge follow-ups and coordination with post-acute services.
-   Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
-   Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health management strategies.

**Work Environment & Travel:**

-   Combination of clinic-based work, remote care coordination, and occasional field visits.
-   Travel within rural regions of Ocean County New Jersey may be required.

## Requirements

-   Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field preferred. 
-   Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in care management, chronic disease management, or primary care.
-   Strong understanding of chronic care models and population health principles.
-   Experience working with underserved or rural populations is preferred.
-   Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
-   Proficiency in EHR systems and care management platforms.
-   Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

**Preferred Skills:**

-   Familiarity with telehealth tools and remote patient monitoring.
-   Knowledge of Ocean County NJ community resources and social service networks.

## Benefits

-   Birthdays off
-   12 Paid Holidays
-   Sick Days
-   Personal Days
-   Days Accrued Vacation
-   Medical/Dental/Vision
-   Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
-   403B Plan with Company Match
-   Opportunities for training/education/Continuing Education Credits
-   Opportunities for Public Loan Forgiveness
-   Opportunities for Tuition Discounts from Participating Institutions