PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Associate will assist registerednurses with scheduling and care coordinationforpatientsin the Transplant Care Navigation program(TCN).Duties mayinclude butarenot limited tosupportingpatients in a variety of care coordination activities. Responsibilities involveservices provided telephonically email and texting. Charting coordination and scheduling of patient appointments.Confirm patientintent and attendance of appointments. Rescheduleany missed appointment.Assist registerednursesin obtaining test results.Confirm insuranceauthorization where appropriate.
PRINCIPALDUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES:
Under supervision utilizesestablished procedures to perform routineassignedtasks.
Completes specific competency skills checklist required for job roles. May vary from transplant center to transplantcenter.
Utilizes critical thinking time management and detailed knowledge of the Care Navigation Program to facilitate the coordination ofpatientscheduling.
Communicates and coordinates with patient and care partners toensure schedulingattendance.
Communicateany potential issues to supervising Registered Nurse and/or managementstaff.
Documents all activities completed and updates charts within the patients medical record(s).
Maintains current knowledge of the departmental program software and the Companys clinical informationsystems.
Assists with variousprojectsassigned by direct supervisor.
Learningto use professional concepts.company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.
Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.
Buildstable working relationships internally.
Normallyreceivespecific detailed instructions on all work.
If applicablerefertoLead Scheduleror TCNfor assistance with day-to-day problems that may arise.
Escalates issues to supervisor/manager for resolution as deemed necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Participation in and documentation of training as needed for each Transplant Center
PHYSICAL DEMANDSANDWORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This is a work from home role.
Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients facility staff and physicians.
The position requires travel between assigned Centersfor training only. Travel to Organizational Meetings may be required.
SUPERVISION:
None
EDUCATIONAND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
Associates degree required.
Scheduling trainingpreferred
EPIC proficiency highly preferred
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
1 - 2 years related experience.
At least 1 -year experience in clinical setting preferred.
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally with staff providers vendors and patients in a telephonic environment.
Prior remote employee experienceis stronglypreferred.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to operate basic office equipment such as telephones and computers.
Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and retain confidentiality.
Must be capable of clear and timely written/verbal communication with peers professional staff providers and management.
Must have good working knowledge of computer systems with emphasis on Word Excel and other programs related to the position.
Must have a HIPPA-compliant workspace in the home withnon-satellite high-speed internet of more than 20Mbp.
Fresenius Medical Care Ventures (FMCV) invests in start-ups and early-stage companies in the healthcare sector.