This position is temp to perm with a 6 month trial period.
The Healthcare Patient Navigator directly assists patients with care coordination and promotes patient-centered healthcare delivery within McLaren Health Care and the community. The Healthcare Navigator works collaboratively with the MPP care coordination team and health plan care managers to promote optimal patient safety and quality care. This position serves as an initial contact for primary care physicians to refer patients for care coordination and care management services.
Required:
High School Diploma or CMA certification
Five (5) years experience in healthcare setting serving chronically ill patients
Understanding of Population Health Management and industry trends
Preferred:
Associates Degree
Experience in a health plan or Physician Organization environment with Care Coordination, Utilization Management, disease management, and/or population health
Motivational Interviewing Training
