Patient Health Advocate - VBC

Job overview

The Patient Health Advocate - VBC is an onsite role based in Charleston, SC, with compensation not specified. This position supports Somatus' mission to provide outcomes-driven care for individuals living with chronic conditions. This role exists to serve as the primary representative of Somatus within physician practices, building collaborative relationships to improve patient care. The advocate supports high-needs populations by coordinating care, facilitating transitions, and coaching patients to meet their clinical and personal health goals.

What you'll do

• Partner with physician practices to improve care
• conduct patient outreach and enrollment
• facilitate transitions of care
• assist with appointment scheduling and community resource access
• document activities in care coordination platforms.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

charleston sc

somatus

patient advocate

chronic care

care coordination

healthcare

patient support

hybrid telehealth

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Subsidized personal healthcare, 3 weeks PTO, CEU and tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Requires proof of COVID-19, Influenza, Hepatitis, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and TB vaccinations.

About the employer

Somatus is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.