Patient Navigator Support
- Employer
- East Carolina University
- Location
- Greenville, NC
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Clerical & Administrative Support
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Patient Navigator Support
Position Number:400418
Vacancy Open to:All Candidates
Time-Limited:Yes
Department Homepage:http://www.ecu.edu/dental
Advertising Department:DENTAL MEDICINE, SCHOOL OF
Division:Health Sciences
Classification Title:12416 Social Clin Resrch Spec
Competency Level:2 - Journey
Working Title:Patient Navigator Support
Number of Vacancies:1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE):1.0
Full Time or Part Time:Full Time
Recruitment Range:$34,997 - $66,319
Anticipated Hiring Range:$34,997 - $55,000
Salary Grade Equivalency:GN11
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday
Work Hours:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Position Location (City):Greenville
Job Category:Staff - Office/Clerical
Organizational Unit Overview:The School of Dental Medicine is composed of ten administrative offices and four academic departments. The Administrative units include the Offices of the Dean, Vice Dean, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, Associate Dean for Research, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, Associate Dean for Extramural Clinical Practices, Assistant Dean for Dental Education and Informatics, Assistant Dean for Educational Support and Faculty Development, Assistant Dean for Academic Success and the Assistant Dean for Business Operations and Financial Affairs. The four academic departments are Surgical Sciences, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, General Dentistry and Foundational Sciences.Included in the mission of the School of Dental Medicine is to educate dental care providers (both dental students and dental residents) and to address the oral health care needs of the underserved population of North Carolina. The School of Dental Medicine meets these missions by operating dental clinics that provide both educational experiences for the dental students and residents and provides dental care to the residents of North Carolina. These clinics occur in both Ross Hall in Greenville, North Carolina, as well as Community Service-Learning Centers located throughout North Carolina. In order to operate these clinics, appropriate dental auxiliaries and clinical staff are needed.
Job Duties :The purpose of this position is to facilitate community-clinical linkages to coordinate patient care within the HRSA training grant. ECU has been funded to:
1. Increase the self-reported and faculty-assessed ability of residents to collaborate with community partners to effectively address one or more of the following social determinants of health – financial and access to community resources to address: financial strain, transportation, food security and adequate nutrition, housing/shelter, childcare, employment.2. Increase the number of dentists trained to, a) manage oral health programs, b) evaluate systems of care, and c) design data collection (surveillance) systems to measure oral health status.
The person in this position will work closely with Division of Dental Public Health faculty and the training sites to assure timely coordination and implementation of the project strategies related to improving care coordination and helping the residents identify and address gaps in health literacy as well as improve trainee skills in culturally appropriate communication. This person will serve as a resource for case management services and support development of strategies to address oral health literacy.
Work with ECU Project Leadership and CSLC Directors to:
· Develop clear and detailed plans to identify gaps in knowledge and practices among providers, patients and their families related to preventive oral health services · Indicate ways to address gaps identified related to preventive oral health services· Design and implement provider trainings that address oral health literacy and cultural competency
· Design and implement educational sessions to address social determinants of health (SDOH)
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation:None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:Registered dental hygienist, with clinical experience and have, or be in the process of receiving, Public Health Supervision status.
Training as a Community Dental Health Coordinator via an ADA approved program is desired.Experience working with dental school programs or planning of oral health services for children, adults, and community stakeholders, including dentists, dental students, and dental residents.
None
Special Instructions to Applicant:- Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
- If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
- Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
09/27/2022
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. :10/06/2022
Open Until Filled:No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/56105
Alternate option:If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOE:East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information:If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
Organization
ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.
Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.
Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm
To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:
- Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
- Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
- Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
- Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
- Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
- Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm
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