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$25.00 - $31.50 per hour Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Patient Navigator- Non-Clinical will provide education and linkage to care for patients positively screening through hospital based viral hepatitis and HIV screening program.
Navigator will assist in improving access, care navigation and outcomes for high-risk individuals with quality assurance activities and program promotion and expansion. The patient navigator is responsible for maintaining screening databases and providing reports as needed. Initiate patient contact to education regarding diagnosis and treatment for positively identified patients, stressing importance of follow-up upon reviewing daily EMR reports identifying positively identified patients.
As Patient Navigator-Non-Clinical, a typical day might include the following: Providing care coordination in scheduling follow up. Assist uninsured patients with insurance enrollment Maintaining patient database of screening results, patient attending medical appointment, and care plan; documenting non-compliance when applicable Providing documentation (notes, lab results) to referring provider for care continuum. Assisting with training hospital registration and clinical staff in identifying patients eligible for launch of new or expanding screening processes Collaborating with hospital services (behavioral health, IFPR) to provide patient resources in addressing other medical/social issues Assisting as needed in other functions of clinical care programs and administration at the Center for Asian Health and the Liver Center Preparing and presenting for monthly program updates Assist with preparing data reports, tables, presentations, abstracts or papers for dissemination Coordinating and conduct education and screening for Viral Hepatitis at Community Outreach Events The Patient Navigator-Non-Clinical role might be for you if: You communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families and healthcare professionals You take pride in providing outstanding customer service and compassionate support You are comfortable using computers and learning electronic health record systems You stay organized and can effectively manage multiple priorities You respond in timely manner to all office and schedule inquiries You work collaboratively with team members You are comfortable using electronic medical systems, including EPIC To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a Bachelor’s degree.
Preferably with 2-3 years in healthcare related field preferred. Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office and proficient computer skills. Familiarity with office equipment such as copiers and fax machines.
Must demonstrate willingness to learn. Full Time from 8:30am-4:30pm Monday to Friday.
Day shift · 37.5