Location: Kingston,NY, USA
Job Details:
The Emergency Department Care Navigator is responsible for ensuring an exceptional patient experience in the Emergency Department. The position has direct accountability for meeting the non-clinical needs of patients and caregivers by providing updates, liaising with the clinical team and coordinating follow up needs. The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills, works comfortably with a diverse population and handles multiple tasks well. The position operates under the supervision of Case Management and Patient Experience. RESPONSIBILITIES
* Conduct regular rounds on Emergency Department patients and waiting areas to create a welcoming environment, and address any immediate needs.
* Serve as a point of contact for patients to share concerns, expectations, and unmet needs; liaising with the appropriate staff members to ensure quick resolution of issues to support patient satisfaction.
* Collaborate with the care team to identify potential barriers to patient adherence, such as appointment scheduling, transportation, pharmacy access, and financial concerns.
* Help patients schedule necessary follow-up appointments in real-time before their discharge from the Emergency Department.
* Thoroughly document all, interactions, and correspondences in the electronic medical record and any other required systems.
* Identify areas for improvement in patient care and outcomes, providing recommendations for enhancing the healthcare delivery process.
* Ensure that patient rooms and waiting areas are clean, comfortable, and safe, contributing to a conducive atmosphere for treatment.
* Maintain proficiency with Patient Rights, HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems), and other regulatory requirements and internal processes to ensure compliance.
* Offer fair, accurate, and impartial information and assistance to individuals eligible for the Marketplace, Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance, and commercial plans.
* Perform other duties assigned to support the smooth functioning of the Emergency Department and patient care.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS EXPERIENCE
* 3-5 year's healthcare, direct customer service or managed care experience.
EDUCATION
* Bachelor's degree required with specialization in health-related fields; public health, business, communication or other.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
* N/A
OTHER
* Superior customer service skills. Professional and courteous demeanor. Ability to handle stressful situations in a high acuity health care network.
* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
* Ability to establish rapport with the public.
* Ability to handle and safeguard confidential information.
* Sound professional judgment; maturity; courtesy empathy; keen sensitivity; flexibility; dependability.
* Bi-lingual competency a plus.
About Us:
HealthAlliance Hospital
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:
* Health Insurance
* Dental
* Vision
* Retirement Savings Plan
* Flexible Saving Account
* Paid Time Off
* Holidays
* Tuition Reimbursement