Geriatric Care Transition Navigator

Community Physicians; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Generous PTO

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Community Physicians is seeking a Patient Care Navigator to bridge clinicians, staff, patients, and families, ensuring seamless transitions of care across settings with a family-centered approach. The role combines administrative medical support with transition management and patient advocacy to improve outcomes and reduce readmissions.

Strong EMR skills, CMA certification, and BLS are preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program is required.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is highly preferred.
• Current BLS certification and EMR/EHR experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transitions of care for patients across settings.
• Assist with patient intake, data entry, and documentation in the EMR system.
• Support follow-up appointments and ensure timely care transitions.
• Attend interdisciplinary team plan of care meetings and communicate with clinicians.
• Collect quality metrics and support program improvement data.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

EMR/EHR experience

Job description

Community Physicians is seeking a Patient Care Navigator to bridge clinicians, staff, patients, and families, ensuring seamless transitions of care across settings with a family-centered approach. The role combines administrative medical support with transition management and patient advocacy to improve outcomes and reduce readmissions.

Strong EMR skills, CMA certification, and BLS are preferred for this position.