Job DetailsJob LocationCG ARIZOLA - CASA GRANDE, AZ
Position TypeFull-time
Job Shift8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday
DescriptionJOB TITLE: CHRONIC DISEASE STATE SPECIALISTREPORTS TO: DIRECTOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYSTATEMENT OF PURPOSE: The Chronic Disease State Specialist promotes the health and wellness patients of Sun Life Family Health Center who have at least one diagnosis of a chronic disease. This individual will be responsible for identifying and closing gaps in care for patients with a chronic condition, as defined by Sun Life Family Health Center.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Conducts data reporting to identify gaps in care or services and conducts patient outreach to facilitate follow-up care or services
- Provides patient education
- Provides post-care follow-up
- Obtains prior-authorization and/or referrals to other healthcare services or providers as necessary
- Verifies coverage and benefits with insurers
- Provides patient education sessions for various health conditions; e.g., diabetes, CHF, COPD, etc.
- Participate in in-service/education regarding Quality Improvement.
- Performs Chronic Care Management services for Medicare beneficiaries
- Perform all other related duties as assigned or requested.
QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE- Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) with valid state license