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Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Position Overview:

Patient Advocate

JOB CODE:31913

FLSA Exemption Status:Non-Exempt

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)Facilitates communication between providers, patients and families about their plan of care and diagnosis. Liaises with doctors, nurses and administrators on the patient’s behalf. Interviews patients and/or families to identify problems related to care and coordinates hospital resources to address patient/family needs. Takes patients’ complaints and resolves issues or communicates to Patient Experience Manager for further investigation. Rounds on patients as directed by Patient Experience Manager. Communicates any outstanding issues to administration for resolution. Explains hospital policies, procedures and patients’ rights to patients and their families.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience: Two years of relevant experience in guest relations, hospitality, or in a comparable customer-service oriented position. Healthcare experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge and Skills: Excellent ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization. Excellent phone etiquette and phone communications skills. Must possess strong customer service, communication, organizational & interpersonal skills. Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Demonstrates multi-tasking abilities. Creative, self-motivated and patient-centered. Strong team player.

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSFacilitates communication between providers and patients about their treatment plan and diagnosis. Speaks with doctors, nurses, and administrators on the patient’s behalf.Interviews patients and families to identify problems related to care. Coordinates appropriate health care resources within the hospital to address patient/family needs.Takes steps to follow-up on and resolve patient complaints.Successfully interacts in stressful situations with patients and their families to ensure high quality outcomes. Exercises discretion and judgment while investigating all concerns and issues to bring about resolutions that balance, to the extent possible, patient satisfaction with organizational needs. Maintains timely communication with patients. Explains policies, procedures or services to patients and families.Rounds regularly on patients as instructed by the manager of the department. Responds appropriately to guests’ concerns or complaints in a timely manner. Takes complaints from patients and addresses complaint or refer to Patient Experience Manager as appropriate.Communicates any outstanding guest requests or issues to management that may require additional monitoring or follow-up.Provides accurate information to patients and families on Patient Rights. Communicates effectively while being sensitive to an educationally and culturally diverse population. Clearly communicates details of Advance Directives, living wills and durable powers of attorney for health care as requested and seeks expert resources as necessary.Interacts with recently admitted patients, orienting them to the hospital room and hospital services, addressing any initial issues.Projects an approachable and professional image. Maintains patient confidentiality and discretion. Follows all the organization’s policies and procedures.Works well in a fast-paced medical facility. Remains calm during emotional conversations. Builds strong relationships with patients and colleagues. Fills in for Patient Experience Manager as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing

Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous physical demands include: Walking

Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Minimal Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Extreme Temperatures , Radiation , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter
 

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical.  Capital Health will require all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.

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