Patient Navigator- Southern Region, NJReq #:0000201251 Category:Medical Assistant Status:Full-Time Shift:Day Facility:Barnabas Health Medical Group Department:Administration-Primary Care Salary:$44,033.00 - $55,619.00 per year Location: RWJ - 379 Campus Dr. Somerset, 2 Cresent Place, Oceanport, NJ 07757 Job Title: Patient Navigator Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group Department: Administration-Primary Care Req#: 0000201251 Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Salary Range: $44,033.00 - $55,619.00 Annual Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated salaried range for this position if hired to work. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview: As part of RWJ Barnabas Health Medical Group, you will play an instrumental role in providing support to practices in achieving a model for improving and managing performance in various Value-Based Programs. The Patient Navigator s main objective is to support the Medical Group to efficiently deliver value to patients and physicians while operating as a high-performing academic medical group within the RWJBH One System-One Family Model. The Patient Navigators will work directly with the Primary Care Service Line to align transformation activities and allow for quick implementation and dissemination of information to practices. Qualifications: Required: + Minimum associate s degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field + 3-5 years experience in practice management, healthcare operations, or a related role + Up to 75% travel within the state of New Jersey + Must possess or within 30 days, a valid New Jersey Driver s License and dependable transportation + Onsite work with designated practices and limits remote work + Travel between practices + Knowledge of Medical Terminology + Understanding HIPAA and the ability to protect patient information Preferred: + Bachelor s degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field + LEAN or Six Sigma certification + Experience with Epic + Knowledge of population health + Previous work experience in physician practice Certifications and Licenses Required: + BLS Certification approved by the American Heart Association + Medical Assistant Certification: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP Scheduling Requirements: + Monday Friday + 8:00AM-4:00PM or 8:30AM-5:00PM + Full-Time + Hybrid position with travel required within the Southern region up to 4 days a week Essential Functions: + Interface with Practices and key members of the Primary Care Service Line, and Physician Leadership Teams coordinating efforts to improve value-based performance within Medical Group practices. + Collect and analyze data to provide practice facing teams with actionable targets + Identify practice opportunities requiring focused effort and close gaps in care + Review upcoming value base program opportunities and coordinate participation discussion with Service Line, complete contractual agreements + Conduct ongoing education on Epic workflows, Value Based Metrics, and other needs as they arise + Host standing education platforms virtually or in person on a monthly basis + Collaborate with the Primary Care Service Line to develop and train detailed practice workflows to enhance value base performance + Successfully work with practice manager to assist with change management efforts at the practice level around workflow redesign + Serve as escalation point when workflow opportunities are identified in implementation practice workflow changes and addressing low performance + Manages communication to the practices and practice staff around value-based activities + Providing coding education and best practice around value-based programs and activities Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. + Paid Time Off (PTO) + Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance + Dental and Vision Insurance + Retirement Plans + Short & Long Term Disability + Life & Accidental Death Insurance + Tuition Reimbursement + Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Wellness Programs + Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) + Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare 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