South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Hiring for Patient Navigator Job at Oklahoma Full Time

FULL TIME POSITION

South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Western Oklahoma Opioid

Response Program is accepting applications for a Behavioral Mental Health Patient Navigator to help assist patients in need of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) using telehealth on a mobile medical unit. The position will provide care coordination to individuals seeking substance use disorder treatment, facilitate communication between patient, family members and healthcare providers to ensure quality of care. Responsibilities will also include coordinating appointments and receipt of additional services. Applicant must demonstrate effective and accurate verbal, written and electronic communication, and participate in mobile clinic initiatives and operations.

Contractual agreements of this program are subject to the Federal Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) COVID vaccine regulations. Proof of vaccination will be required.

Must have valid Driver’s License

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree in a healthcare-related field preferred, Board

Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA) Certification, experience, and knowledge of all aspects of the healthcare system.

Complete job description is available on request. Application can be printed from www.swoda.org/employment-opportunities. Submit application and resume to SWODA, attention Stephanie Haworth, HR, PO Box 569, Burns Flat, Oklahoma 73624. Interviews will be conducted by appointment only.

SWODA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Contractual agreements of this program are subject to the Federal Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) COVID vaccine regulations. Proof of vaccination will be required.

Experience:

• Patient Navigators: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: On the road