Patient Navigator

3 months ago

Leander, United States Gateway Community Health Center Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Prepares and maintains various reports, records, requisitions, and other documents pertinent to cancer prevention and research.


SUPERVISION: Directly supervised by the Director of Grants & Program Development.


TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires prolonged sitting stooping and bending. May require moving up to 25 pounds. Requires the use of office equipment, such as computer terminals, telephone and copiers, etc.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Plans, organizes and supports community outreach events to educate the community about Human papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination and cervical cancer prevention and screening, using standard educational materials.
  • Educates patients at the clinical setting about HPV vaccination and cervical cancer prevention and screening using standard educational materials.
  • Contacts patient to schedule site and/or clinical visits.
  • Reports data thoroughly and timely, adhering to data collection protocols.
  • Collaborates with grant team to facilitate provider training at local site once a year.
  • Document activities, service plans results' and bill slips.
  • Continuously expand knowledge and understanding of community needs, resources, services and programs available.
  • Participate in all required education for employment and cervical cancer education.
  • Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines in regards to patient information.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be a graduate of an accredited high school or GED program.
  • 2-3 years of relevant healthcare experience required.
  • Must be able to work long hours during the week and weekends as necessary.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
  • Possess means of transportation.
  • Valid Texas Driver's License and minimum liability insurance.
  • Must be able to drive within Webb, Zapata and Jim Hogg counties.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
  • Ability to gather information and analyze data;
  • Ability to professionally and accurately represent the Center, its mission, philosophy and services;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher and Power Point);
  • Must be able to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions;
  • Business English, spelling, and arithmetic.
  • Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment.
  • Maintain confidentiality of information per HIPAA guidelines.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, and the general public.
  • Work flexible hours.

HUMAN RIGHTS:

Gateway Community Health Center, Inc. does not discriminate regardless of race, color, marital status, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental handicap or disability, age Vietnam era veteran status, or other grounds as applicable federal, state and local laws or regulations.

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