Indigenous Patient Benefits Advocate

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska; Macy (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a Patient Benefits Coordinator to identify patients eligible for alternate resources, assist with enrollment, and advocate for Indian patients in accessing benefits. You will coordinate with tribal programs and outside agencies to verify eligibility and help patients obtain Medicare, Medicaid, WIC, and other programs.

In this role, you will update patient records in RPMS/EHR, conduct interviews and home visits as needed, and provide transportation assistance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate degree in Business or related field, or equivalent of two (2) years of experience in an office setting, preferably healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Identify and enroll patients for alternate resources and assist with applications.
• Advocate for Indian patients to access Medicare, Medicaid, and other programs.
• Coordinate with Tribal programs, PRC, and DHHS offices to verify eligibility.
• Update patient demographic information in RPMS/EHR.
• Provide transportation assistance when needed and appropriate.
• Conduct interviews and home visits as necessary to assist with enrollment.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Research

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Business or related field

Tools

RPMS

EHR systems

Medicare/Medicaid knowledge

Job description

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a Patient Benefits Coordinator to identify patients eligible for alternate resources, assist with enrollment, and advocate for Indian patients in accessing benefits. You will coordinate with tribal programs and outside agencies to verify eligibility and help patients obtain Medicare, Medicaid, WIC, and other programs.

In this role, you will update patient records in RPMS/EHR, conduct interviews and home visits as needed, and provide transportation assistance