Patient Navigator I/II - Bilingual Required
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Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Tehama County, CAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2024 - P0469Department: Health Services AgencyOpening Date: 12/06/2024Closing Date: 12/27/2024 5:00 PM PacificDescriptionTehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention,treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what's most important, the overall health of our clients.Click here to learn more about Tehama County! SALARY(A-E Steps) Patient Navigator I: $21.97 - $26.70 Hourly / $1,757.60 - $2,136.00 BiweeklyPatient navigator II: $24.25 - $29.47 Hourly / $1,940.00 - $2,357.60 BiweeklyBilingual incentive pay is +7.5% above the Patient Navigator I/II rate. Description:Under direct supervision, provides support and/or client services designed to ensure effective navigation of health services to minimize fragmentation within the healthcare system and maximize quality treatment for patients of the Health Services Agency. Serves as an advocate for clients to resolve concerns and improve patient access to services across all healthcare sectors. Collaborates with healthcare providers and multidisciplinary professional staff to implement safe and efficient patient care. May perform routine patient care in a clinical setting. Examples of Duties

• Assists patients in accessing care and navigating health care systems. Assess barriers to care and engage patients and caregivers in finding potential solutions.
• Schedules appointments for patients with various health care providers as directed.
• Refers patients to and/or coordinates with other private or public agencies including medical service providers and support programs as appropriate.
• Bilingual Candidates: Translates, interprets and otherwise communicates with members of the Spanish speaking community.

Click the title below to view the complete Classification Specification.I Education, Experience & Licenses Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade.
• Patient Navigator I: Two (2) years of experience working one-on-one assisting patients with their health needs. Must possess a clinical medical assisting certificate of completion from an accredited training institution or graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in a health or social services related field.
• Patient Navigator II: In addition to the above, must possess a valid certification as a Medical Assistant from an institution approved by the California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants. Requires one (1) year of related experience in a medical setting.

Bilingual Candidates:

• Must pass a Merit Systems Services written and/or oral bilingual proficiency test or other appropriate test selected by the County) to qualify.

License and Special Requirements:

• Requires a valid California driver's license.
• Must complete periodic continuing education coursework as required to maintain active certification.
• Requires CPR certification.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Recruitment InformationThe department is currently recruiting for a anticipated vacancy in January 2025.In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Patient Navigator I/II - Bilingual, as well as subsequent vacancies, which occur during the life of the eligibility list. Bilingual incentive pay is +7.5% above the Patient Navigator I/II rate. Testing Dates:January 2 - 5, 2025. Testing will be provided via email.Tentative Interview Date ~ 1st & 2nd Combo: Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 9:30am to 11:30am.In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended. New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you.For questions about this recruitment please contact:Emily Unger530-###-#### x.3830 | All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACENOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES. *Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work.This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit.01 What is your highest level of education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

02 If you indicated having a degree, was your degree obtained within a health or social services related field of study?

• Yes
• No
• N/A

03 Do you possess a clinical medical assisting certificate of completion from an accredited training institution?

• Yes
• No

04 How many years of experience do you have working one-on-one assisting patients with their health needs?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience
• 3 or more years of experience

05 Do you have a valid, non-expired California Driver's License or can you obtain one within 6 months?

• Yes
• No

06 Are you CPR certified?

• Yes
• No

07 Do you possess a valid certification as a Medical Assistant from an institution approved by the California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants?

• Yes
• No

08 Please indicate your bilingual proficiency level in Spanish.

• Non-Bilingual
• Speak Only
• Speak, read and write

Required Question