Patient Navigator & Care Access Advocate

Community Of Hope Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 37.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Top Workplace award

Paid lunch

Vacation and leave benefits

Tuition reimbursement & loan repayment

Zusammenfassung

Community of Hope Inc. is seeking a Patient Navigator to provide culturally competent support, helping patients overcome barriers to care and access needed resources in Washington, DC.

The role focuses on guiding patients through the healthcare system and promoting informed decision-making to improve health outcomes. Located at the Conway Health and Resource Center in SW DC, this full-time, on-site position emphasizes collaboration with care teams, education on benefits, and assisting with

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent interpersonal and empathetic communication.
• Experience with community resources and social services in DC preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Aufgaben

• Assist patients in accessing home health services by coordinating with agencies.
• Stay updated on insurance forms and authorizations for common programs.
• Process durable medical equipment requests and coordinate distribution of supplies.
• Educate patients on transportation benefits and arrange medical appointments.
• Identify patient assistance programs and support applications with documentation.
• Support group education by preparing materials and outreach.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Cultural competence

Team player

Ausbildung

High school diploma/GED

BLS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Community of Hope Inc. is seeking a Patient Navigator to provide culturally competent support, helping patients overcome barriers to care and access needed resources in Washington, DC.

The role focuses on guiding patients through the healthcare system and promoting informed decision-making to improve health outcomes. Located at the Conway Health and Resource Center in SW DC, this full-time, on-site position emphasizes collaboration with care teams, education on benefits, and assisting with