Patient Navigator
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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Functions as an advocate, educator and counselor for patients. Responsible for ensuring patients receive quality and comprehensive services. Coordinates patient care throughout the continuum in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Serves as a clinical resource with expertise in assigned area. Serves as a liaison throughout the facility and in the community regarding services provided for the unique patient population.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis. Imaging services include: X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET-CT, Ultrasound, I.R. and Cath Lab services.
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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One (1) of the following required:
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Current unencumbered Oregon RN license and BSN.
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Current unencumbered Oregon Physician Assistant license.
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Five (5) years clinical nursing or Physician Assistant experience required.
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Healthcare Provider BLS required.
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Previous navigation experience preferred.
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Prior experience leading groups of clinical and non-clinical staff preferred.
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BSN or Master’s degree preferred.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
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Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
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Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
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Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
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Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
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Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a nonjudgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)WALK - INCLINE
CLIMB - STAIRS
CLIMB - LADDER
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
CARRY 1-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
KNEEL (on knees)
CRAWL (hands & knees)
SIT
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 – 40 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
SQUAT Repetitive
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
PINCH Fingers
PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
PULL (20-40 pounds force)
STAND
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
BEND FORWARD at waist
REACH - Forward
REACH - Upward
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
None specified
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