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Henry Ford Health
Care Experience Specialist
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What they do
A Patient Advocate or Navigator provides direct assistance to patients at a health care or long term care facility. Guides patients in understanding their options and making important decisions about their treatment plans and medical costs; provides emotional support; and serves as a liaison with health care providers.
$48,559 / year median in Michigan
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Through effective interventions, the Care Experience Specialist (CXS) serves as the first resource for a patient, family, or consumer, concern or inquiry. They identify, investigate, and mitigate point-of-care concerns from escalating to grievances which may result in review by regulatory agencies. The CXS collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to reduce and prevent adverse experience outcomes, thereby minimizing the risk of increased suffering to patients and families. The CXS duties and responsibilities support patient loyalty which helps build the Henry Ford Health brand locally and nationally. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree required or 1-3 years of equivalent experience in direct intervention and management of customer experience, risk, and safety events. Experience leading multidisciplinary process improvement initiatives as a team leader or project facilitator preferred. Skills & Qualifications Strong commitment to service excellence. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse internal and external populations. Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and guide process improvement opportunities. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, diplomacy, conflict resolution, and customer service skills. Ability to de-escalate difficult situations and provide a calming presence for upset patients, families, or team members. Proficient in using information technology to communicate, manage information, and support decision-making. Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines. Flexible and able to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations related to patient experience, quality, risk, and safety. Ability to recognize psychosocial factors affecting patients and families and connect them with appropriate internal resources. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/email, and internet navigation.