Patient Navigator - Ascension

We Are Hiring:

• Department: Outpatient
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM, no weekends, no holidays, no on-call
• Hospital: Ascension St. Agnes
• Location: Baltimore, MD

At least 2 years of experience in a clinical practice or other medical setting.

Community Health Worker Certificate is a plus!

What You Will Do:

Coordinate access to health-related services by assisting clients with utilizing available resources.

• Identify potential clients, complete initial need assessment, and maintain follow-up to ensure appropriate guidance to health services.
• Provide informal counseling, education, and social support to clients.
• Assist clients with utilizing available resources, including scheduling medical appointments, accompanying clients to appointments, and assisting with completion of medical program applications.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationship with external (referral sources and community agencies) and internal contacts (departmental team members).
• Maintain accurate client records by documenting all contacts, services provided, and outcomes in order to track all clients and services for future reference.

What You Will Need:

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drivers License preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
  degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

• The ideal candidate will have experience building trust and rapport with patients and demonstrate comfort handling individuals with complex medical or social needs.
• They should be capable of working independently and making informed decisions with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team is essential, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The candidate should also be adept at resolving issues and finding solutions, and have experience in providing culturally sensitive care. 

Why Join Our Team:

Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland operates a full-service, 254-bed teaching hospital, the Ascension Saint Agnes Medical Group, Ascension Saint Agnes Imaging Center and Ascension Saint Agnes Foundation. As an associate, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.

 

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

 

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

 

For further information, view the  EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

 

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

 

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

 

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

 

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Benefits:

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

 

*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.

Salary Description:From $20.80 an hour