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The Health Services and Care Coordinator plays an important and unique role in the MSO Care Coordination and Case Management team. The candidate should understand the benefits and coverage offered by managed care products, including Medicare Advantage, D-SNP, Medi-Cal Managed Care, and other supplemental programs. The HSCC will facilitate medical, behavioral, social and community support services for patients in need of enhanced care coordination services through the development of a multi-disciplinary care plan, self-management goals and referrals to both internal and external resources.
Overview HSCC is required to have efficient communication skills to build effective working relationships with patients and family members, healthcare providers and teams, and community resources providers; to improve coordination of patient care, overcome cultural and healthcare system barriers, promote timely treatment, empower patients to become self-advocates, and assist patients navigate the managed care delivery system.
Responsibilities Be the system navigator and point of contact for patients enrolled in managed care programs, assist patients with benefit coverage and access to care questions/concerns
Provide enhanced care coordination services assisting patients in problem solving with issues related to the health care system, financial or social barriers (e.g. request medical interpreter or transportation as appropriate, prescription drugs formulary assistance, etc.)
Track and support patients when they obtain services outside of NEMS, e.g. Emergency Departments, Hospitals, and other health care offices and facilities. Provide immediate care coordination services after ED and hospital discharges
Identify and link patients with cultural and community resources to facilitate referrals and respond to social services needs
Provide relevant self-management support for patients with chronic illnesses as identified by the clinical teams
Establish and maintain relationships with identified service providers. Assist the NEMS care team with developing and assessing health interventions
Collaborate with other services providers for care coordination and case management activities including implementation of Care Plan
Work with patients both in person and over the phone to develop and review their plan of care and progress towards their care management goals
Conduct outreach activities to assigned members by phone, mail or any other forms of communication method to promote program engagement and NEMS marketing strategy
Operate company vehicle to in-person engagements
Provide virtual interpretation to non-English speaking patients for medical appointments (upon Interpreter certification)
Assist in data collection and report statistical information to MSO leadership
Participate in Performance Improvement/Continuous Quality Improvement activities and attend conferences and meetings as needed
Ensure and remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulation
Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor
Qualifications Completion of a 2-year degree in general education preferred, may be substituted with one year of relevant work experience in a healthcare setting
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate company vehicle
Prior experience with customer services
Strong English verbal and written communication skills with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to take and follow through with delegated tasks and accountability
Working knowledge of project management and outreach program
Knowledge of State/Federal healthcare compliance requirements, particularly DHCS/Medi-Cal guidelines a plus
Ability to self-manage in a detail-oriented environment
Ability to operate PC based software programs or automated database management systems
Good organization and prioritization skills, outstanding in time management
Language Must be able to fluently speak, read and write English.
Fluency in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin), Vietnamese, or Spanish required.
Fluent in other languages are an asset.
Status This is an FLSA Non-exempt position.
This is not an OSHA high-risk position.
This is a Full Time position.
NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).