Patient Navigator

Company: Harmony Health Care Long Island
Location: Roosevelt
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

OUR VISION To continue as an eminent healthcare provider on Long Island, dedicating ourselves to providing exceptional health care for all our patients and to transform both the lives of the individual, and the community, for the better, one person at a time. OUR MISSION To provide access to equitable, optimal healthcare by improving the overall wellness of all individuals in our communities and delivering high quality comprehensive patient centered care. OUR VALUE PROPOSITION To provide whole person care that will ensure that all patients have access to primary, specialty and social health care to achieve and maintain optimal wellness at a transparent and affordable cost. The Harmony Healthcare Long Island is a non-profit healthcare organization with 7 health centers, providing primary care and preventative medicine in the following locations in Nassau County: Roosevelt, Elmont, Hempstead, Freeport, Oceanside, and New Cassel/Westbury. In addition, the Harmony Healthcare Long Island has 4 school-based health centers, WIC offices (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) in 3 locations, and a Health Home Care Coordination program. As federally qualified health centers, we serve the individuals in our communities, providing enhanced services, expanded hours and reduced prescription pricing, while raising the level of care. We treat patients regardless of income, residency or immigration status. The Harmony Healthcare Long Island offers a stable employment opportunity with a growing company, and competitive base compensation along with health and dental insurance, paid time off, 401-K with company match, paid holidays, employee discounts and much more. JOB TITLE: Patient Navigator REPORTS TO: Practice Manager The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of this position. RESPONSIBILITIES : Schedule appointments for all Specialty Services and Diagnostic Imaging at NUMC, within the health center, or at an outside facility and review as directed by providers Review details and expectations about the referral with patients Responsible for obtaining pre-authorizations for all Specialty Services and Diagnostic Imaging depending on the insurance plan Track the status of all Specialty Services and Diagnostic Imaging referrals for patients referred to NUMC, within the health center, and at outside facilities and send consult reports to providers for review Effectively communication referral status with clinical team members to ensure care coordination and meet Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) standards Coordinates with clinical team on patient inquiries regarding referral Provide coverage for the medical records clerk; process medical records requests from patients, outside facilities, and insurance companies Serves as a liaison between NUMC and health center regarding any questions or concerns about Specialty Services, Diagnostic Imaging, and authorizations Link patients to community resources as needed Other related duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent required Professional, well organized, and detail oriented Strong customer service skills Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate (both written and orally) effectively Must demonstrate excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced environment Proficient in Microsoft Office Ability to utilize standard office equipment (phone, fax, copy machine, scanner, email/voicemail) Prior experience in health care and the use of EHR systems Bilingual in English and Spanish/Creole highly preferred Physical ability to perform functions of job (lifting, mobility and manual dexterity) SALARY : $24.00-$26.00/hour MORE INFORMATION : This is a non-exempt position.

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