Patient Advocate (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Grand Forks, ND
Part Time to Full Time
Experienced
Job Title: Patient Advocate
Location: Diocese of Crookston, MN
Job Type: Full-time Hybrid (30-40 hours) or Part-time (20 hours)
Reports to: Director of Care Management
Summary:
The Healthcare Ambassador role is a distinctive, mission-driven position dedicated to providing essential healthcare support for the clergy of the diocese. This role focuses on helping clergy navigate the healthcare system by coordinating schedules and services, supporting disease and chronic care management, offering essential benefit support and ensuring that each clergy member has seamless access to the resources and services they need. The Healthcare Ambassador will take a compassionate, proactive approach to caring for all aspects of the clergy’s health and well-being. This role does not include hands-on clinical care or heavy lifting.
This role may be a part-time, 20-hour position on site one or more days/week with the ability to travel within the Diocese of Crookston as needed or a full-time, hybrid role that will require 20 hours dedicated to the Diocese of Crookston and an additional 10-20 hours working remotely. Remote work will be assigned by the Director of Care Management to assist the centralized support team. This will require travel within and around the Diocese of Crookston or to various locations as deemed necessary.
Responsibilities:
• Educate Members about preventive care and wellness initiatives through outreach efforts.
• Provide educational materials and resources to help Members understand and access healthcare services.
• Schedule and coordinate a range of healthcare appointments, including medical, dental, and specialist visits.
• Assist Members in setting up and using remote monitoring devices (e.g., glucometers, blood pressure cuffs, medical alert systems).
• Manage the delivery of device supplies and other essential health-related resources.
• Assess home safety and organize home modifications or meal services as needed.
• Identify and coordinate community support services, such as transportation and home care, for Members.
• Help Members navigate benefit coordination and collaborate with healthcare plan design vendors.
• Develop and implement outreach campaigns to inform Members about available benefits and services.
• Participate in client meetings to provide information on services and address any unmet needs.
• Follow up with Members after hospital discharge and conduct on-site hospital visits for those who choose to participate.
• Work with company pharmacists and social workers to offer additional support to Members.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with PHI and HIPAA guidelines.
• Interact professionally and respectfully with Members and colleagues.
• Travel to Member locations and events as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Director of Care Management.
Requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in healthcare coordination or a support role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to listen and provide emotional support.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage schedules and maintain accurate records.
• Humble, personable demeanor with a genuine desire to assist and support others.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with healthcare providers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• This position is suitable for someone who has experience in a medical office environment with a passion for coordinating and managing schedules and navigating the healthcare complexities for members.
• For interested LPN or LVN’s this job does not require direct clinical patient care, so an inactive license is acceptable. This position would fit a nurse ready to move away from bedside care.
• For interested CNA or MA’s, an inactive certification is acceptable.
Compensation and Benefits:
• Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications with a range between $22-$28/hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan; 7 paid holidays; vacation and sick leave.
• The company will contribute 90% of individual medical health benefits.
• Part-time employees will accrue sick leave
Availability: This position is available immediately. If you are compassionate, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about supporting clergy members in their healthcare needs, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to [email protected] We look forward to learning more about your skills and experience!
Meta Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Location: Diocese of Crookston, MN
Job Type: Full-time Hybrid (30-40 hours) or Part-time (20 hours)
Reports to: Director of Care Management
Summary:
The Healthcare Ambassador role is a distinctive, mission-driven position dedicated to providing essential healthcare support for the clergy of the diocese. This role focuses on helping clergy navigate the healthcare system by coordinating schedules and services, supporting disease and chronic care management, offering essential benefit support and ensuring that each clergy member has seamless access to the resources and services they need. The Healthcare Ambassador will take a compassionate, proactive approach to caring for all aspects of the clergy’s health and well-being. This role does not include hands-on clinical care or heavy lifting.
This role may be a part-time, 20-hour position on site one or more days/week with the ability to travel within the Diocese of Crookston as needed or a full-time, hybrid role that will require 20 hours dedicated to the Diocese of Crookston and an additional 10-20 hours working remotely. Remote work will be assigned by the Director of Care Management to assist the centralized support team. This will require travel within and around the Diocese of Crookston or to various locations as deemed necessary.
Responsibilities:
• Educate Members about preventive care and wellness initiatives through outreach efforts.
• Provide educational materials and resources to help Members understand and access healthcare services.
• Schedule and coordinate a range of healthcare appointments, including medical, dental, and specialist visits.
• Assist Members in setting up and using remote monitoring devices (e.g., glucometers, blood pressure cuffs, medical alert systems).
• Manage the delivery of device supplies and other essential health-related resources.
• Assess home safety and organize home modifications or meal services as needed.
• Identify and coordinate community support services, such as transportation and home care, for Members.
• Help Members navigate benefit coordination and collaborate with healthcare plan design vendors.
• Develop and implement outreach campaigns to inform Members about available benefits and services.
• Participate in client meetings to provide information on services and address any unmet needs.
• Follow up with Members after hospital discharge and conduct on-site hospital visits for those who choose to participate.
• Work with company pharmacists and social workers to offer additional support to Members.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with PHI and HIPAA guidelines.
• Interact professionally and respectfully with Members and colleagues.
• Travel to Member locations and events as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Director of Care Management.
Requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in healthcare coordination or a support role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to listen and provide emotional support.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage schedules and maintain accurate records.
• Humble, personable demeanor with a genuine desire to assist and support others.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with healthcare providers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• This position is suitable for someone who has experience in a medical office environment with a passion for coordinating and managing schedules and navigating the healthcare complexities for members.
• For interested LPN or LVN’s this job does not require direct clinical patient care, so an inactive license is acceptable. This position would fit a nurse ready to move away from bedside care.
• For interested CNA or MA’s, an inactive certification is acceptable.
Compensation and Benefits:
• Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications with a range between $22-$28/hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan; 7 paid holidays; vacation and sick leave.
• The company will contribute 90% of individual medical health benefits.
• Part-time employees will accrue sick leave
Availability: This position is available immediately. If you are compassionate, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about supporting clergy members in their healthcare needs, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to [email protected] We look forward to learning more about your skills and experience!
Meta Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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