Patient Navigator

Job Overview:

RWJBH is seeking a Temporary Navigator for the Indian Medical Program at the Somerset campus. This is a full time temporary day position at 40 hours/week, target start date mid-June through December.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field

• Knowledge of medical terminology

• Experience in project and/or data management is required, preferably within the healthcare field

• Bilingual in English and Hindi and Telgu or Tamil; additional Indian dialects a plus

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift

• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• The Navigator of the Indian Medical Program is responsible for building effective working relationships with affiliated and non-affiliated physicians, senior centers, hospital providers, family members/caregivers, and community organizations to improve individualized patient care coordination and reduce barriers across the health care continuum

• The Navigator will coordinate physician office visits, outpatient treatment, surgical and specialist referral appointments, transportation arrangement, accompany patients to offsite physician offices and/or hospital departments to provide language support

• The Navigator is also responsible for community outreach, events, communication, and education,

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer