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PeaceHealth
Patient Navigator - OB GYN
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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.
$54,633 / year median in Washington
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Description PeaceHealth is seeking an OBGYN Patient Navigator for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.90 - $37.34. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. Job Summary Responsible to improve access to healthcare and social services for patients who are seeking recurrent medical care for management of chronic/acute illness. The goal is to partner with patients in finding stable, consistent and coordinated healthcare support. In collaboration with the Care Management team which may include a social worker, LPN/RN, Behavioral Health team and Primary Care Provider, the Patient Navigator coordinates the patient's care throughout PeaceHealth Medical Group. Essential Functions Assists patients and families in understanding the available resources, Coordinates patient transportation and accompaniment as needed to scheduled appointments. Reduces cultural and socio-economic barriers between patients and health providers. Acts as a point of contact for patients and families including coaching patients in how to effectively use a medical home and self-management of their chronic health conditions; monitors and follows-up on service plans with clients; ensures patients receive a treatment plan that is understandable and feasible. Assists with development of patient education programs and tools. Reinforce patient education and direct patients and families to available resources and supportive services. Follow patients through the continuum of care in collaboration with key stakeholders in the treatment plans. Assures patients receive appropriate and timely services by making referrals and motivating/teaching patients to seek care. Coordinates patient's care with other medical personnel. Follows patients through the continuum of care in collaboration with key stakeholders in the treatment plan including Social Work, Behavioral Health, PCP and Nursing staff. Conducts outreach and collaboration with community social service agencies and health providers in order to improve patient access. Coordinates weekly care conferences with the primary care multi-disciplinary team, helping to ensure concise patient summaries are in plan and that the follow up plan has been identified. Screens patients' eligibility for primary care, including private providers and safety net providers; and or public or private healthcare coverage Performs other duties as assigned.