Patient Representative - Nights; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7pm - 7am

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Onsite fitness facilities

Health/wellness app access

Childcare discounts

Continued education

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA seeks a Patient Representative for the night shift to support patients and families, coordinate resources, and enhance the overall experience during hospitalization.

The role collaborates with medical staff to advocate for patients, manage inquiries, and assist with discharge planning, while maintaining HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with the public is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Representative works collaboratively with medical staff to support patient care plans and outcomes.
• Serves as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams to promote communication and understanding.
• Advocates for patients by identifying needs and coordinating services and resources.
• Identifies and responds to patient and family questions, concerns, and complaints with sensitivity and confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of relevant experience

Job description

Patient Representative - Nights (Open)

Job Title: Patient Representative - Nights; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7pm - 7am

Description Employment Status: Full time

Shift: Night (United States of America)

Facility: 1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke CP01 Carilion Medical Center.

Requisition Number: R162160 Patient Representative - Nights; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7pm - 7am (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare

The Patient Liaison supports patients and families by facilitating communication, coordinating resources, and enhancing the overall patient experience. This role serves as a key resource within the hospital, addressing concerns, resolving issues, and connecting patients to appropriate services.

The Patient Representative

• The Patient RepresentativeWorks collaboratively with medical staff to support optimal patient care plans and outcomes.
• Serves as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams to promote communication and understanding.
• Advocates for patients and families by identifying needs and coordinating appropriate services and resources.
• Identifies, assesses, and responds to patient and family questions, concerns, complaints, and grievances.
• Facilitates resolution of complex or sensitive situations involving patients, families, and staff.
• Provides emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations.
• Monitors patient flow when working in the Emergency Department and assists in reducing “left without being seen” (LWBS) rates.
• Supports patient placement, including movement from waiting areas and discharge lounge coordination.
• Connects patients with available community resources.
• Works with insurance agencies to assist with patient transportation.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams including Risk Management, Pastoral Care, and community partners.
• Assists with public-facing activities such as education, outreach, and special programs to enhance patient experience.
• Participates in initiatives to improve patient satisfaction and service excellence.
• Administers and supports patient experience surveys and feedback processes.
• Serves as a resource regarding patient rights and responsibilities, hospital policies and procedures, advance directives, and organ donation.
• Maintains compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality standards in all interactions.
• Assists with front-line communication including answering phones and supporting patient inquiries.
• Promotes a professional, patient-centered environment focused on quality care and service excellence.
• Enhances professional development through participation in education and training opportunities.

What We Require

• Education: Bachelor's degree required or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience working with the public is required.
• Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: None required.
• Other Minimum Qualifications: Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. Knowledge of community resources and patient support services preferred. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation Range

$17.39 - $24.35. Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-beingat Carilion Clinic

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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