Medical Case Manager, Clinic-HIV Grant

Job Title: Medical Case Manager

Location: Monastery

Department Name: Clinic-HIV Grant

Req #: 0000231836

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

A Medical Case Manager serves as a liaison between a patient with long-term health issues, doctors and medical staff, and the patient's family and friends. While a Medical Case Managers do not offer medical diagnoses or treatment, they do monitor the patient's treatment plan to ensure that those responsible for carrying it out are doing their respective jobs properly.

The Early Intervention Program is compiled of trained staff. The overall goal of this program is to assist persons with HIV infections or at a high risk for HIV infection through: HIV risk reduction counseling and testing, partner involvement in risk reduction and transmission prevention, appropriate medical evaluation and full clinical care.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate's degree, or 5 years of medically-related experience
• Previous case management experience-one year minimum

Preferred:

• BS/BA in healthcare or human services-related field
• Previous experience with people living with HIV/AIDS
• Proficient at Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Proficient at Internet searches and E-Mail, and communication/telephone skills

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
• Full-Time (FT)

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate and provide care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and client-centered
• Handle case assignments, draft service plans, review case progress and determine case closure
• Help clients achieve wellness and autonomy
• Facilitate multiple care aspects (case coordination, information sharing, etc.)
• Help patients make informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their clinical status and treatment options
• Develop effective working relations and cooperate with medical team throughout the entire case management process
• Arrange abeyances with social services, health and governmental agencies
• Take the extra mile and interact with patients to keep track of their progress and to ensure satisfaction
• Record cases information, complete accurately all necessary forms and produce statistical reports
• Promote quality and cost-effective interventions and outcomes
• Assess and address motivational and psychosocial issues
• Adhere to professional standards as outlined by protocols, rules and regulations

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.