What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Navigator position at University of Georgia?
Posting Details
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Posting Details
| Posting Number | S09845P |
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| Working Title | Patient Navigator |
| Department | UHC-Nursing Services |
| About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. |
| About the College/Unit/Department | |
| College/Unit/Department website | |
| Posting Type | External |
| Retirement Plan | TRS |
| Employment Type | Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility | Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time | Full Time |
| Work Schedule | |
| Additional Schedule Information | Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm |
| Advertised Salary | $45,000 |
| Posting Date | 02/03/2023 |
| Open until filled | Yes |
| Closing Date | |
| Proposed Starting Date | 03/01/2023 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
| EEO Policy Statement | The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
Position Information
| Classification Title | Student Services Paraprofessional/Professional |
|---|---|
| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
| FTE | 1.00 |
| Minimum Qualifications | Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Experience with health care accreditation (Joint Commission or AAAHC) preferred. College Health or case management experience preferred. Experience with electronic medical records preferred. |
| Position Summary | The Patient Navigator at the University of Georgia Health Center connects patients with campus and community resources to enhance student well-being and reduce health disparities. This position reports to both the Director of Student Care and Outreach and the UHC Director of Nursing and serves as a member of the Campus-wide Case Management team. |
| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
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| Physical Demands |
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| Is driving a responsibility of this position? | No |
| Is this a Position of Trust? | Yes |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No |
| Does this position require a P-Card? | No |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | Yes |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | Yes |
| Credit and P-Card policy | Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Health Equity Treatment Plans: Collaborates with UHC clinicians and support staff to design and execute health equity treatment plans, to include follow-up, for patient identified social related health needs. Collects, analyzes, and reports data from health equity treatment plans and follow ups in order to determine student needs and develop interventions designed to meet those needs. |
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| Percentage of time | 40 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Case Management: Serve as point of contact for inquiries to SCO; address and respond to referrals made to the SCO, including direct outreach to students, families, faculty, and staff. Facilitate hardship withdrawal process on behalf of students of concern. Serve as a member of the Campus-wide Case Management Team and support the Director of SCO in designing interventions for students discussed in those meetings. Consult with staff to determine resources Assist with management and oversight of SCO records within Advocate Simplicity electronic database. Ensure that records and data are maintained in accordance with University policies and federal and state regulations. |
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| Percentage of time | 30 |
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Coordination of Basic Needs Resources: Participate in regular meetings with campus and community partners to identify resources and opportunities related to basic needs. Research and disseminate information regarding trends, professional development opportunities, and innovative practices related to basic needs. |
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| Percentage of time | 15 |
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Management of Referral Network: Schedule and attend meetings with community partners to build pathways for referrals to and from UHC and SCO. Stay abreast of federal and local policy related to mental health and well-being. Review and interpret University policies and make recommendations when procedural changes are needed. Maintain a record of relationships and resource connections for use by UHC and SCO colleagues. |
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| Percentage of time | 10 |
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University Community: Assists the Director of SCO with the implementation of tailored interventions for emerging well-being issues affecting UGA students. Serves on various University and Health Center committees. |
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| Percentage of time | 5 |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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