[Hiring] Care Navigator @Curana Health

Role Description

The Care Navigator supports Curana providers and care managers with non-clinical tasks. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in medical administration, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt to virtual platforms.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Patient Support
  • Address patient and durable power of attorney (DPOA) inquiries via telephone.
  • Respond to patient or caregiver messages received via the Curana Patient Portal.
  • Assist patients with scheduling follow-up appointments with Curana Providers or specialists.
• Provider Support
  • Manage electronic health records (EHR) and ensure accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  • Coordinate documents needed for review or signature by a provider.
  • Facilitate provider orders and escalate findings.
  • Maintain patient rosters for patients enrolled in Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) and Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE).
  • Support Provider scheduling.
  • Assist with prior authorizations.
  • Obtain patient records and diagnostic test results.
• Communication Support
  • Answer and manage incoming calls professionally and courteously.
  • Collaborate with the Curana Interdisciplinary Care Team to ensure seamless communication within our health network.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience working in a medical office, Senior Living Community engagement, or other related fields.
• 1+ years of experience in Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation or other practice management tools.

Requirements

• Extensive understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret medical records, lab results, and appointment notes.
• Equipped with the basic knowledge of reviewing patient screening tools and the ability to identify changes over time.
• Ability to work in an environment that is free of distractions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Skilled at handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to adapt to various technology platforms.

Benefits

• 100% remote position requiring a reliable high-speed internet connection.