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Community Health Navigator (PART-TIME)

Cooper University Hospital

#Electronic Medical Record #Professional Development #Emergency Department #Community Health #Utilities #Housing #EPIC EMR #Health Navigator #Social Determinants Of Health

Quick overview

The primary role involves identifying and screening patients for social determinants of health and connecting them with appropriate community resources. Essential functions include introducing screening tools, relaying screening information to staff, and providing printed resources or navigation services for unmet social needs.

Requirements summary

A High School Diploma or Equivalent is required, though an Associate's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent clinical healthcare experience is preferred. Candidates must possess exceptional communication skills for various reading levels, superior organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently.

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Job description

About Us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team.
Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols.
We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.
Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.
Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.
Short Description Identify and screen patients for social determinants of health and connect them to appropriate resources Essential functions and responsibilities include: Work with staff to identify eligible patients for project Introduce the screening tool to patients and assist patients who require extra help completing the screening tool Work with clinical and administrative staff to relay appropriate screening information Screen patients for unmet health-related social needs (e.g utilities, interpersonal violence, food insecurity and housing).
Provide printed resources to eligible patients for their specific unmet social needs.
Offer community referral summary to eligible patients and encourage them to seek services on their own Offer navigation service to eligible patients and complete an intake survey, if they are willing Document outreach encounters in electronic medical record Experience Required Emergency Department experience preferred EPIC EMR experience preferred Education Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Associates or Bachelors degree preferred, or equivalent clinical healthcare experience.
Special Requirements Exceptional ability to communicate to various levels of reading abilities.
Superior organizational and interpersonal skills, with attention to detail required.
Strong oral/written communication skills are a must.
Spanish speaking is a benefit.
Proven ability to work collaboratively and productively with clinicians, administrators, patients, and other individuals from various backgrounds and skill sets.

Community Health Navigator (PART-TIME)

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