Healthcare Ambassador - Kalamazoo & Grand Rapids, MI

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• Healthcare Ambassador  Location :        Catholic Diocese of Kalamazoo & Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids, MI Job Type :        Full-time Reports to :     Director of Care Management                    Summary :    The Healthcare Ambassador role is a distinctive, mission-driven position dedicated to providing essential healthcare support for the clergy of these dioceses with travel required throughout both the Diocese of Grand Rapids and the Diocese of Kalamazoo.  This role focuses on helping clergy navigate the healthcare system by coordinating schedules and services, supporting disease and chronic care management, offering essential benefit support and ensuring that each clergy member has seamless access to the resources and services they need.  The Healthcare Ambassador, also referred to as a Member Ambassador, will take a compassionate, proactive approach to caring for all aspects of the clergy’s health and well-being.  This role does not include hands-on clinical care or heavy lifting.    Responsibilities :   Educate members about preventive care and wellness initiatives through outreach efforts.  Provide educational materials and resources to help members understand and access healthcare services.  Schedule and coordinate a range of healthcare appointments including medical, dental and specialist visits.  Assist members in setting up and using remote monitoring devices (e.g., glucometers, blood pressure cuffs, medical alert systems).  Manage the delivery of device supplies and other essential health-related resources.  Assess home safety and organize home modifications or meal services as needed.  Identify and coordinate community support services, such as transportation and home care, for members.  Help members navigate benefit coordination and collaborate with healthcare plan design vendors.  Develop and implement outreach campaigns to inform members about available benefits and services.  Participate in client meetings to provide information on services and address any unmet needs.  Follow up with members after hospital discharge and conduct on-site hospital visits for those who choose to participate.  Work with company pharmacists and social workers to offer additional support to members.  Maintain confidentiality and comply with PHI and HIPAA guidelines.  Interact professionally and respectfully with members and colleagues.  Travel to member locations and events as needed.  Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Care Management.

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This position would fit a nurse ready to move away from bedside care.  For interested CNA or MA’s, an inactive certification is acceptable.    Compensation :

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