Patient Navigation Program Manager Job at University of Kansas Medical Center
Department:
SOM KC Cancer Center Administration
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Masonic Cancer Alliance
Position Title:
Patient Navigation Program Manager
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
The Patient Navigation Program Manager serves cancer centers in the Masonic Cancer Alliance (MCA) network to aid patients in accessing local, regional, and national programs, to assist patients with the financial aspects of their care. Helping patients to maximize their insurance benefits is a critical piece of the Patient Navigator's work. The navigator will also provide technical assistance to community cancer centers to enhance their financial navigation processes.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center (KUCC) is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research.
The starting salary for this position will be between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range listed.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision (effective day 1), employer paid life, LTD, flexible benefits plan, miscellaneous voluntary plans available, paid vacation and sick (begin accruing upon hire), paid holidays, paid discretionary day, paid bereavement leave, paid jury duty, military leave, paid parental leave and generous retirement contributions.
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule after 6 months based on management approval and department schedule.
Required Qualifications:
Education : Bachelor's degree combined with patient experience in social work, public health, nursing, psychology or related.
Work Experience : Experience assisting patients access financial, community and/or pharmaceutical resources.
Skills : Commitment to collaborating with underserved individuals and communities in accessing healthcare. Ability to manage stressful situations involving critically ill patients and other sensitive issues which involve finances. Strong project management skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education : Master's degree in social work, public health, nursing, psychology, or related field.
Work Experience : Understanding of health insurance guidelines and policies-both private insurance and Medicare and Medicaid. Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Job Duties Outlined:
Assist MCA member cancer centers in developing referral pathway for patients to financial navigation and collaborate with cancer center staff around interventions that best fit patients' medical and financial needs.
With a high level of initiative, develop and expand the financial navigation program for the MCA network.
Proactively assess the financial needs of patients, establish a positive supportive relationship, assist in developing a plan to mitigate financial distress.
Assist patient with maximizing insurance benefits; interact with Medicare, Medicaid, insurance companies, pharmaceutical companies, and other assistance programs as an advocate for patients. Assist patients in applying for benefits and resources as eligible and appropriate.
Work closely with and communicate consistently with contacts at MCA sites to provide a cohesive support system to the patient and the clinical providers.
Stay abreast of regulations, making certain that applications are appropriate and complete to ensure that all parties receive all benefits for which the patient is eligible.
Document activities and collect data for quality and research purposes.
Provide financial navigation consultation information to MCA members who are not receiving full navigation services.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Required Documents:
Resume/CV AND Cover Letter
The University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Cancer Center are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment, one that nurtures growth and development for all. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply!
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Salary
Pay Range:
$58,000.00 - $86,000.00
Minimum
$58,000.00
Midpoint
$72,000.00
Maximum
$86,000.00
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Patient-Navigation-Program-Manager_JR005146-1 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR005146.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu .
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Can you also include the following EEO statement on all of our advertising locations: KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected Veteran status. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
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SOM KC Cancer Center Administration
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Masonic Cancer Alliance
Position Title:
Patient Navigation Program Manager
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
The Patient Navigation Program Manager serves cancer centers in the Masonic Cancer Alliance (MCA) network to aid patients in accessing local, regional, and national programs, to assist patients with the financial aspects of their care. Helping patients to maximize their insurance benefits is a critical piece of the Patient Navigator's work. The navigator will also provide technical assistance to community cancer centers to enhance their financial navigation processes.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center (KUCC) is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research.
The starting salary for this position will be between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range listed.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision (effective day 1), employer paid life, LTD, flexible benefits plan, miscellaneous voluntary plans available, paid vacation and sick (begin accruing upon hire), paid holidays, paid discretionary day, paid bereavement leave, paid jury duty, military leave, paid parental leave and generous retirement contributions.
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule after 6 months based on management approval and department schedule.
Required Qualifications:
Education : Bachelor's degree combined with patient experience in social work, public health, nursing, psychology or related.
Work Experience : Experience assisting patients access financial, community and/or pharmaceutical resources.
Skills : Commitment to collaborating with underserved individuals and communities in accessing healthcare. Ability to manage stressful situations involving critically ill patients and other sensitive issues which involve finances. Strong project management skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education : Master's degree in social work, public health, nursing, psychology, or related field.
Work Experience : Understanding of health insurance guidelines and policies-both private insurance and Medicare and Medicaid. Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Job Duties Outlined:
Assist MCA member cancer centers in developing referral pathway for patients to financial navigation and collaborate with cancer center staff around interventions that best fit patients' medical and financial needs.
With a high level of initiative, develop and expand the financial navigation program for the MCA network.
Proactively assess the financial needs of patients, establish a positive supportive relationship, assist in developing a plan to mitigate financial distress.
Assist patient with maximizing insurance benefits; interact with Medicare, Medicaid, insurance companies, pharmaceutical companies, and other assistance programs as an advocate for patients. Assist patients in applying for benefits and resources as eligible and appropriate.
Work closely with and communicate consistently with contacts at MCA sites to provide a cohesive support system to the patient and the clinical providers.
Stay abreast of regulations, making certain that applications are appropriate and complete to ensure that all parties receive all benefits for which the patient is eligible.
Document activities and collect data for quality and research purposes.
Provide financial navigation consultation information to MCA members who are not receiving full navigation services.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Required Documents:
Resume/CV AND Cover Letter
The University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Cancer Center are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment, one that nurtures growth and development for all. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply!
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Salary
Pay Range:
$58,000.00 - $86,000.00
Minimum
$58,000.00
Midpoint
$72,000.00
Maximum
$86,000.00
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Patient-Navigation-Program-Manager_JR005146-1 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR005146.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu .
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Can you also include the following EEO statement on all of our advertising locations: KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected Veteran status. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
jeid-37ed55bdaecdd549bf317b4c2044ffec
Please Note :
blog.nvalabs.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, blog.nvalabs.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.