Remote Patient Navigator Interest Form

Vot-ER; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is looking for Remote Patient Navigators to assist individuals and families in enrolling in government assistance programs. This volunteer position offers a unique opportunity to contribute towards social equity and gain valuable experience in the healthcare navigation field. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to social justice.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn from feedback.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in navigating benefits applications.
• Engage with the community at partner clinics.
• Complete compliance documentation.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Positive and proactive

Team player

Strong interest in social justice

Empathy

Proficiency in Spanish

Tools

DaisyChain

Job description

Interested in being a Remote Patient Navigator in the future? Complete this application and we will contact you as future cohorts are open!

Job Title: Remote Patient Navigator
Commitment: 16-week cohort
Classification: Volunteer

Job Summary:
The Link Health Patient Health Navigators will assist individuals and families in navigating and enrolling in government assistance programs such as HEAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Lifeline, and other state/federal benefits as a way to address social determinants of health. This role integrates social services, client support, data management, and public assistance knowledge with a focus on health equity.

Link Health’s Theory of Change: Link Health actively seeks to assist eligible people in the navigation and enrollment in benefit programs that address crucial needs like affordable internet, food access, healthcare support, and housing resources. We use community-centered approaches that leverage data, technology, and partnerships to achieve this. This will reduce barriers & connect underserved populations to the benefits available to them for improved economic stability and health outcomes.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Commit to 10 hours per month to the following responsibilities:
• Support patients directly in navigating benefits applications and engage with the community at our partner clinics.
• Enroll patients into specified programs using Link Health’s dashboard.
• Communicate professionally and appropriately with the leadership team and Senior Patient Navigators.
• Complete all required compliance documentation.
• Opportunity to write & publish op/ed, conduct research, and present research at conferences.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Outgoing personality & an ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds.
• Positive, proactive, and personable team player who is goal-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong interest in advancing social and economic justice.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to gain trust and give respect to others through honesty, integrity, kindness, empathy, and authenticity.
• Drive to seek what can be improved and offer ways to fix any potential roadblocks.
• Comfort admitting what you don’t know and recognizing that feedback is part of the learning process.
• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred
• Proficiency in DaisyChain is preferred

Please Note:This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers are not employees of Link Health and do not receive wages or employee benefits. This opportunity is designed for civic and educational engagement and should not be seen as a substitute for paid employment.

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