Patient Navigator
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: Loma Linda
Posted on: March 14, 2023
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Job Description:
East Campus Hospital: Neuropathic Therapy Center Mgmt Svcs (Full
Time, Day Shift) -
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
The Patient Navigator coordinates access of care for new patients
through the healthcare system from initial diagnosis or point of
referral. Gathers needed medical information for review during
first appointment with physician including diagnostic procedures,
pathology reports, operative notes, radiation therapy and
chemotherapy information. Functions as a liaison between patients,
families, outpatient oncology clinics, primary care physicians, and
other support services. Performs other duties as needed.
High School Diploma or GED required and one year of college
preferred. Minimum two years of working with Oncology patients
preferred. Minimum one year experience in a medical office front
office setting and/or a hospital based call center that schedules
for multiple clinics or departments that utilized Microsoft Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, LLEAP and Power Chart (LLEMR)
required.
Knowledge of medical terminology required. Knowledge of all medical
insurances and how they are used in a hospital/clinical based
facility required. Full knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT codes and how
they are used in HMO authorizations required. Knowledge of both
in-patient and out-patient settings preferred. Able to enter/edit
data in computer; proficient at keyboarding using Microsoft Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, IDX, Cerner and Power Chart (LLEMR).
Able to use a variety of office equipment and tools. Able to
communicate effectively; respond positively under changing
circumstances; maintain patient confidentiality and a positive,
supportive attitude toward patients and their families, co-workers
and staff from various departments. Able to collate information for
case reports and databases; interpret and understand patient
records and various reports including, but not limited to,
diagnostic procedures pathology, radiation and chemotherapy
reports; think critically; problem-solve; make sound decisions
using common sense; work well under pressure; organize and
prioritize workload effectively; multi-task; recall information
with accuracy and pay close attention to detail; perform basic math
functions; assess, evaluate, analyze data; communicate synthesis of
information. Must be able to work independently with minimal
supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; write, hear,
read and speak sufficiently for general conversation in person and
on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds
associated with workplace; see adequately to read computer screens
and written documents necessary to the position.
Additional Information
Compensation
US Dollar (USD)
17.68
US Dollar (USD)
24.98
Keywords: Loma Linda University Health, Fontana , Patient Navigator, Other , Loma Linda, California
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