Patient Care Navigator: Empowering Health

Atrium Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Family benefits

Defined contribution retirement plans

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Care Coordinator for Community Education in Macon, GA. This full-time role engages medically vulnerable patients, supporting their health journey and coordinating care across the continuum.

You will perform screenings, deliver education, and collaborate with the care team to remove barriers to services. A high school diploma and strong communication skills required.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and a path for professional development.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess basic computer knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Engages a population of medically vulnerable or chronically ill patients in their care, assisting them through the process of working towards better health by providing support, encouragement and education.
• Communicates and maintains relationships with other members of the Care Management team to promote a lifelong, proactive partnership with patients to enhance and personalize management of health-related needs.
• Completes screenings on patients for social determinants of health needs and referrals as appropriate.
• Communicates with patients and caregivers in person, by telephone and via electronic means.
• Utilizes Chronic Disease Management protocols, monitors patient-reported biometrics and adherence, and connects patients with appropriate resources.
• Provides customized, evidence-based patient education under clinical guidance, including weight management, tobacco cessation, stress reduction and self-management.
• Assists providers' offices with missed appointments through outreach and scheduling.
• Advocates and facilitates referrals to access services and resources, including patient assistance programs and community-based services.
• Coordinates care across the continuum and maintains confidentiality.
• Advocates to help those who frequently access inappropriate levels of care.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Care Coordinator for Community Education in Macon, GA. This full-time role engages medically vulnerable patients, supporting their health journey and coordinating care across the continuum.

You will perform screenings, deliver education, and collaborate with the care team to remove barriers to services. A high school diploma and strong communication skills required.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and a path for professional development.