What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Navigator position at Akumincorp?
Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.
We are currently hiring for aPatient Navigator at our ADG Kirkmanfacility. This will bea full time position.
The Patient Navigator will serve as a liason for the patient, provider, and Akumin. They will assist in scheduling exams, obtaining prior authorizations, burn CD's, print reports, help with obtaining prior patient records for imaging, follow up on outstanding reports etc.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Ensures patient satisfaction by providing excellent service by ensuring ease of appointment scheduling.
Works with case managers to ensure that reports are available and uploaded in time for patients follow up appointments. Works with case managers on addendums, and direct contact between provider and radiologist.
Obtain preauthorization and/or predetermination for imaging procedures from insurance companies. Provides supporting documentation for all insurance appeals and denials.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
CPR Certification.
1 year in medical/hospital setting
Interpersonal Skills:Relationship building skills to work with all functional units of the organization effectively. Experience in working with demanding customers.
Communications Skills: Effective communication skills; verbal, non-verbal and written
Team/Independent Worker:Ability to works under pressure and while managing competing priorities Past experience in meeting/exceeding Service Level Agreements (SLA) turnaround time for assigned tasks, follow ups, and issues resolution to closure. Ability to make disciplined and timely decisions within in a timely fashion. Experience working in a collaborative team environment
Additional Qualifications & Experience: Diligent attention to detail is essential due to the work environment. Past experience in ensuring ethical practice and maintaining confidentiality. Good customer service skills, Ability to multi task and prioritize.
At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:
Competitivecompensation
Flexiblescheduling
Crosstraining opportunities
Medical,dental, andvisioninsurance
HSAaccounts withemployercontributions
401(k) eligibility with employer match
Paidholidays
Defined PTO andsicktime programs
Eligibility for benefits will vary based onrole typeand hours worked.
Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.