Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center
Patient Navigator - HIV - Bilingual Spanish
Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center, New York, New York, us, 10261
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The Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center (BSFHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that serves all of the primary health care needs of families in the heart of North and Central Brooklyn. Our mission is to provide the most professional, courteous and highest quality health care, with dignity, to those we serve, especially the undeserved population, without regard for ability to pay.
We are seeking Patients Navigator to join our team. The Patient Navigator role is crucial in ensuring that patients receive seamless, comprehensive care by guiding them through the healthcare system and connecting them with the necessary services and resources. The Patient Navigator will work closely with clients, healthcare providers, and community organizations to improve healthcare access, particularly for underserved populations, including people living with Hepatitis C and HIV and those requiring behavioral health and chronic disease management services.
Grant-funded: Contingent upon continuation of grant funding from year to year.
Required Language
Bilingual English-Spanish speaking preferred
Essential Job Responsibilities And Duties
Serve as a primary point of contact for Hep-C and HIV patients, guiding them through the healthcare system and ensuring they access the services they need.
Assist patients in understanding their diagnosis, treatment options, and care plans, and help them make informed decisions.
Coordinate appointments, follow-ups, and referrals for patients, ensuring timely access to care and services.
Provide support for patients in overcoming barriers to care, including transportation, insurance issues, and language barriers.
Collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, and community organizations to create and implement comprehensive care plans for patients.
Conduct outreach to identify and engage underserved and out-of-care individuals, especially PLWH, and connect them to healthcare services.
Assist patients in enrolling in insurance programs and other financial assistance programs to help cover the costs of their care.
Maintain detailed records of patient interactions, care plans, and progress, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting.
Educate patients on health maintenance, medication adherence, and chronic disease management.
Participate in community outreach activities, including health fairs and educational workshops, to promote awareness of available healthcare services.
Support the implementation of BSFHC’s Access Health Initiative by connecting community members to services and resources.
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Prior harm reduction, case management, and/or patient navigation experience
Database management experience
Exceptionally organized and able to work independently
Compassionate and personable
Willing to work in the field with community members
Interest in health disparitiesDemonstrate ability to work effectively in a team environment
Excellent ability to communicate orally and in writing
Bilingual English-Spanish speaking preferred
Hourly: $27.47 / Annual Salary: $50,000
Benefits Overview We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical, 401k Retirement Plan with discretionary Match, Free Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability, Transportation Plan, Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.
BSFHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries Wellness and Fitness Services
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Patient Navigator - HIV - Bilingual Spanish
role at
Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center
The Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center (BSFHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that serves all of the primary health care needs of families in the heart of North and Central Brooklyn. Our mission is to provide the most professional, courteous and highest quality health care, with dignity, to those we serve, especially the undeserved population, without regard for ability to pay.
We are seeking Patients Navigator to join our team. The Patient Navigator role is crucial in ensuring that patients receive seamless, comprehensive care by guiding them through the healthcare system and connecting them with the necessary services and resources. The Patient Navigator will work closely with clients, healthcare providers, and community organizations to improve healthcare access, particularly for underserved populations, including people living with Hepatitis C and HIV and those requiring behavioral health and chronic disease management services.
Grant-funded: Contingent upon continuation of grant funding from year to year.
Required Language
Bilingual English-Spanish speaking preferred
Essential Job Responsibilities And Duties
Serve as a primary point of contact for Hep-C and HIV patients, guiding them through the healthcare system and ensuring they access the services they need.
Assist patients in understanding their diagnosis, treatment options, and care plans, and help them make informed decisions.
Coordinate appointments, follow-ups, and referrals for patients, ensuring timely access to care and services.
Provide support for patients in overcoming barriers to care, including transportation, insurance issues, and language barriers.
Collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, and community organizations to create and implement comprehensive care plans for patients.
Conduct outreach to identify and engage underserved and out-of-care individuals, especially PLWH, and connect them to healthcare services.
Assist patients in enrolling in insurance programs and other financial assistance programs to help cover the costs of their care.
Maintain detailed records of patient interactions, care plans, and progress, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting.
Educate patients on health maintenance, medication adherence, and chronic disease management.
Participate in community outreach activities, including health fairs and educational workshops, to promote awareness of available healthcare services.
Support the implementation of BSFHC’s Access Health Initiative by connecting community members to services and resources.
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Prior harm reduction, case management, and/or patient navigation experience
Database management experience
Exceptionally organized and able to work independently
Compassionate and personable
Willing to work in the field with community members
Interest in health disparitiesDemonstrate ability to work effectively in a team environment
Excellent ability to communicate orally and in writing
Bilingual English-Spanish speaking preferred
Hourly: $27.47 / Annual Salary: $50,000
Benefits Overview We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical, 401k Retirement Plan with discretionary Match, Free Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability, Transportation Plan, Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.
BSFHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries Wellness and Fitness Services
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