Patient Care Navigator

Indiana University Health System•Indianapolis, IN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Description Overview: IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day. Location: Audiology – Riley Hospital in Downtown Indianapolis. Shift: M-F; no on-call or holidays; typical 7:30-4pm Roles and Responsibilities: New Grads welcome to apply! Cares for patients as part of a care management program. Responsible for patient caseloads through in-person, telephonic, and electronic communications. Conducts outreach calls with patients and caregivers to encourage program participation. Assists patients with self-care needs including addressing language and cultural barriers as well as coaching patients to meet personal and clinical goals. Identifies patients in need of intensive case management. Supports patients in scheduling provider visits, arranging transportation, and creating office visit agendas (what to ask, what to expect, etc). Educates patients about preventative monitoring and caregivers about system response plans. Helps patient access community and governmental based service agencies including possibly filling out patient paperwork. Documents activities and reconciles patient information to support productivity of clinical care team. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary clinical care team. Administers program evaluation and conducts patient interviews. Evaluates program processes and provides recommendations for improvement. As the most comprehensive medical system in Indiana, IU Health offers many different career opportunities as you grow professionally. IU Health also offers a substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs. These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience working with patients who have chronic and behavioral health needs.
Demonstrated experience working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team.

Nice To Haves

Medical Knowledge a plus!
Microsoft computer skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative
Strong attention to detail
Adaptable to fast paced settings
Bachelor's degree preferred.
MA, LPN, BSW, or Clinical Dietitian and appropriate accreditation/licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

Cares for patients as part of a care management program.
Responsible for patient caseloads through in-person, telephonic, and electronic communications.
Conducts outreach calls with patients and caregivers to encourage program participation.
Assists patients with self-care needs including addressing language and cultural barriers as well as coaching patients to meet personal and clinical goals.
Identifies patients in need of intensive case management.
Supports patients in scheduling provider visits, arranging transportation, and creating office visit agendas (what to ask, what to expect, etc).
Educates patients about preventative monitoring and caregivers about system response plans.
Helps patient access community and governmental based service agencies including possibly filling out patient paperwork.
Documents activities and reconciles patient information to support productivity of clinical care team.
Collaborates with the multidisciplinary clinical care team.
Administers program evaluation and conducts patient interviews.
Evaluates program processes and provides recommendations for improvement.