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OceanMD

Senior Program Account Manager

Toronto, ON · On-site

OceanMD, a WELL Health Company, is the leading provider of EMR-integrated Patient Engagement and ... You will apply strong project management discipline to coordinate a wide-ranging program with ...

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What is the difference between Manager Patient Program vs Patient Services Coordinator?

AspectManager Patient ProgramPatient Services Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, healthcare certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent, healthcare experience beneficial
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, healthcare organizations, hospitalsClinic or hospital front desk, patient interaction areas
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, insurance companies, patient advocacy groupsHospitals, clinics, outpatient centers
Primary ResponsibilitiesOverseeing patient programs, coordinating care initiatives, managing staffAssisting patients, scheduling, providing information, handling inquiries

The Manager Patient Program typically has more strategic and administrative responsibilities, focusing on program development and management. In contrast, the Patient Services Coordinator handles direct patient interactions and day-to-day support. Both roles are essential in healthcare settings but differ in scope and focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Patient Program, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Patient Program, you need a background in healthcare management, strong organizational skills, and experience in patient support or program coordination, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with healthcare software systems, data tracking tools, and sometimes certifications like PMP or Lean Six Sigma are commonly required. Excellent interpersonal communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help in managing teams and maintaining high patient satisfaction. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring effective program delivery, regulatory compliance, and optimal patient outcomes.

What are common challenges faced by a Manager Patient Program, and how can they be effectively addressed?

A Manager Patient Program often encounters challenges such as coordinating between multiple healthcare providers, ensuring consistent patient engagement, and adapting to evolving healthcare regulations. Effective communication, robust data management systems, and ongoing training for team members can help address these challenges. Additionally, building strong relationships with stakeholders and regularly assessing program outcomes are crucial for maintaining quality and compliance in patient programs.

What are the roles and responsibilities of a Manager Patient Program?

A Manager Patient Program oversees the development, implementation, and management of programs designed to support patients throughout their healthcare journey. Their responsibilities include coordinating with healthcare providers, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing program staff, and analyzing program effectiveness. They also work to improve patient outcomes, address patient needs, and may be involved in training, budgeting, and reporting. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to ensure patient programs run smoothly and meet their objectives.
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Bilingual Care Coordinator, Regular Full-Time, Ottawa General Hospital

Home and Community Care Support Services

Ottawa, ON • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job DescriptionCARE AND BE CARED FOR - THIS IS YOUR HOME

Are you an experienced registered nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker, dietitian, or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You're looking in the right place. 

As a Bilingual Hospital Care Coordinator, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners. 

Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility - you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care - and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals.

As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.

What will you do?

Under the general direction of the Manager, Patient services and in accordance with the Ontario Health atHome Champlain standards, legislation, policies and guidelines, the Care Coordinator is responsible for client assessment, determination of eligibility, admission, service planning and authorization, implementation, monitoring, reassessment, adjustment and discharge planning of all client service programs (home care and placement), including the provision of community resource information and referral.

As a member of the Hospital Care Team, the Care Coordinator will work collaboratively with patients, families, caregivers, and hospital partners to develop a care plan to support a safe transfer from hospital to home for both complex and non-complex patients.  Care Coordinators must prioritize work based on the ever changing needs of patients and hospital environment while meeting the Ontario Health atHome Champlain Guidelines of Care.  The Care Coordinator will participate in various meetings to support care planning and communication with partners within the circle of care, including family meetings, care conferences, bullet rounds, and joint discharge rounds.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Identification and Engagement - Assesses referred clients for admission and establishes a helping relationship with eligible clients and their families while honoring the client's values and preferences
  • Assessment - Performs multi-dimensional assessment and identifies the need for crisis intervention and/or prevention strategies
  • Goal Setting and Service Planning - Establishes a care and service plan balancing client's needs, choices and available resources. Develops a care plan in collaboration with the client, other health care professionals, care providers or family, stating priorities, services authorized, mutual goals and anticipated duration of service
  • Accessing Resources and Linking - Collaborates and partners with the networks of service providers.
  • Service Implementation - Initiates and authorizes the implementation of the care plan
  • Accountability, Monitoring and Reassessment - Reviews and maintains care plan in compliance to quality standards, outcome measures, quality indicators
  • Discharge Planning - Conducts discharges from service process and/or redirects clients and families to alternative resources 

Team/Department: Central Ottawa General (Hospital)

Hours of work: 8:30am-4:30pm - Monday to Friday (35hrs/week)

FTE: 1.0

Starting Salary: $44.480 - $47.517

Affiliation: ONA

Reporting to: Manager, Patient Services

Office Location: Ottawa General Hospital 

What must you have?

  • Registered Nurse (BScN or diploma) and registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario; or
  • Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy and registered with the College of Physiotherapy of Ontario; or
  • Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and registered with the College of Occupational Therapy of Ontario; or
  • Degree in Social Work and registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers; or
  • Degree in Speech Therapy and registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario; or
  • Degree in Foods and Nutrition or equivalent and registered with College of Dietitians of Ontario.
  • All of the above require at least 2 years related professional experience
  • We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.

What would give you the edge?

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of health care delivery system and community resources within the Champlain region
  • Medical conditions and cognitive/psychiatric disorders
  • Client centered, multi-disciplinary team approach to client care
  • Proficient in the use of computerized processes including the use of mobile (laptop) technology

Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrates effective time management and organizational skills
  • Effective decision-making and problem-solving in crisis situations
  • Ability to negotiate and implement an effective goal-oriented, client-centered care plan
  • Team player with ability to accept and adapt to change
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude in stressful situations
  • Ability to organize daily workload in the presence of frequent interruptions
  • Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last six months
  • Fluency in English and French is required
  • Valid N95 Mask Fit Test results or documentation of a medical exception within the past two years

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 4:30pm (35hrs/week)

What do we offer? 

We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer: 

  • Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
  • Valuable development opportunities
  • Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
  • Salary Range: $44.480 - $47.517
Who are we?

We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.

Why join us?

If you're interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.

Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment

Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Employment Type: OTHER

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