Patient Navigator (20 hrs,Lupus Clinic)(Benefits eligible)

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Patient Navigator to join their team in the Lupus Clinic. This part-time role involves guiding patients through the healthcare system, ensuring they receive timely and culturally appropriate services. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to navigate community resources effectively. You will play a crucial role in advocating for patients, helping them prepare for appointments, and ensuring they have access to necessary resources. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and have a background in public health or psychology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years relevant work experience or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of community, social, and health resources is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy and case management for patients in the healthcare system.
• Facilitate access to social service benefits and resources.

Skills

Empathy

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Multicultural needs assessments

Computer proficiency

Data entry skills

Flexibility and sensitivity to diversity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Degree in psychology or public health

Job description

Patient Navigator (20 hrs, Lupus Clinic) (Benefits eligible)

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Position Summary

The Patient Navigator is responsible for providing advocacy and case management services for patients, facilitating access to social service benefits and other internal and external resources, and advocating on behalf of the patient. They guide patients through the healthcare system, ensuring access to culturally and linguistically appropriate services in a timely and cost-effective manner. The role includes helping patients arrive prepared for appointments, facilitating communication with healthcare staff, providing educational materials, documenting care plans, and demonstrating cultural competency. The Patient Navigator tracks patients through all diagnostic and treatment plans to ensure timely receipt of care.

Position Details

• Department: Renal Clinic Med Spec
• Schedule: Part Time, 20 hrs/wk
• Education: Minimum of High School diploma or GED; degree in psychology or public health preferred

Requirements and Skills

• 1-2 years relevant work experience; experience may be waived for candidates with a Bachelor's or higher degree demonstrating proficiency
• Experience navigating community resources or in healthcare settings preferred
• Knowledge of community, social, and health resources
• Empathy and skills in multicultural needs assessments and service planning
• Ability to establish relationships with patients, families, professionals, and the community
• Computer proficiency and data entry skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with organizational and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• Bilingual/multilingual skills a plus
• Flexibility and sensitivity to diversity

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

Salary range: $48,450.00 - $53,295.00