Patient Navigator - Per Diem

Core Job Functions

• Conducts patient evaluations to obtain information necessary for the development of an effective treatment plan.
• Ensures patients have access to insurance and social service programs for which they are eligible.
• Provides patient reminders of upcoming appointments and acts as liaison between patients and providers.
• Identifies and resolves real or perceived barriers to care.
• Educates and counsels patients on issues related to their health and life situations.
• Maintains current knowledge of community health, welfare resources, and any other programs available to patients.
• Handles patient communications and contacts healthcare facilities for medical records.
• Addresses care gaps with the nurse navigator.
• Prepares, tracks, and processes medical records and pathology specimens.
• Reviews and files medical records for completeness; uses tracking systems for accurate documentation.
• Provides administrative support to the department by answering phones, addressing inquiries, and directing calls or taking messages.
• Copies, faxes, emails, and mails records while ensuring confidentiality.

Core Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Minimum 1 Year Of Relevant Experience Required.
• Certification and Licensing: Refer To Department Description For Applicable Certification Requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Part time