Patient Advocate, Health Center 10 (20225)

Position Status

Full

Site

Philadelphia

NHC Position Type

Patient Navigator

Position Summary

The Patient Advocate at health center 10 will assist with a variety of projects. Primarily, the member will run the health center's prescription assistance program, connecting low-income and uninsured patients with free or low-cost prescription medications. The member will also assist with Social Determinants of Health screening initiative. With this initiative, patients are screened for social determinants of health factors and provided with referrals for assistance.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Screening patients for health concerns and eligibility. Completing and submitting patient applications for social services and medication assistance programs. Inputting received medications into database/stockroom. Following up with companies to verify application status. Requesting medication refills for patients already enrolled

Requires Personal Vehicle

No