Medical Transition Specialist

Patient Engagement Advisors • Zephyrhills, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Patient Engagement Advisors (PEA) is seeking a full-time Transition Specialist to work onsite at AdventHealth Zephyrhills. As a Transition Specialist, your role is to set patients up for success to transition out of the hospital into their next stage of care. This role is crucial in ensuring a smooth transition for patients, and you will be a vital part of the clinical care team. PEA offers unique career path options that allow Transition Specialists to grow and develop.

Requirements

• High School Education or equivalent required
• 6 months pharmacy technician (retail preferred) OR 1-year medical assistant / patient care technician / patient care coordinator / clinic front desk associate / nursing assistant / home health aide / other healthcare or medical experience required
• Other related healthcare, hospital, or medical experience will be considered
• Ability to report to work onsite as scheduled; ability to be on feet – standing, walking, and/or climbing stairs 8-10 hours daily
• Ability to receive required vaccinations (as required by PEA or hospital) unless approved for exemption

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient’s follow-up appointments
• Schedule patient’s transportation as needed
• Deliver discharge prescription medications to patient’s bedside
• Assist patients with medication affordability
• Coordinate home meal delivery service for patients
• Connect patients to community resources as needed

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Flex Spending Account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED