Cancer Patient Navigator
Company: French Hospital Medical Center
Location: San Luis Obispo
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:French Hospital Medical Center located in San Luis
Obispo California has been named one of the Nations 100 Top
Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top
hospitals in the nation for cardiac orthopedic and GI services.
French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a
Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland Forbes
and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative
cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the
unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education
resources and support to cancer patients and their families. French
Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Healths Southern
California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the
largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an
integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from
the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient
services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each
hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help
meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn
more go towww.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital.Responsibilities:In
keeping with the French Hospital Medical Center health care
philosophy the Lay Patient Navigator supports the activities of the
Community Education Department. The Lay Patient Navigator functions
as a bridge between community health service agencies and the
Latino Population of the San Luis Obispo County. The Lay Person
Navigator provides a safe culturally sensitive services beginning
with community outreach and education and extending all the way
through pre-screening screening and support services. The Lay
Patient Navigator must exhibit sensitivity to the cultural and
linguistic differences appropriate to the community
served.Qualifications:- Knowledge of the Hispanic social and
econmic environment. Has experience in areas of working with and in
supportive services of the Hispanic needs. (preferred)- Must speak
English and Spanish. Candidate must pass a language proficiency
exam demonstrating an ability to speak write and read Spanish.-
Drivers License and proof of liability insurance. - Knowledge of
educational process including methods strategies and principles of
adult education. - Sensitive and caring with effective
communication and interpersonal skills. - Listening problem-solving
and coordinating skills to organize implement and evaluate
programs. - Strong writing and public speaking skills. Strong
leadership skills and an ability to work harmoniously and
effectively with others. - Basic computer skills. Flexible and able
to handle several projects concurrently. - Skills in organization
analysis and communication. - Ability to work tactfully and
effectively with team members members of other departments patients
community members community service organizations and medical
staff.
Keywords: French Hospital Medical Center, San Luis Obispo , Cancer Patient Navigator, Other , San Luis Obispo, California
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