Clinical Triage Specialist - Gastroenterology - Hybrid
Virtua Health
Job Description
<h3>At <a href="https://himalayas.app/companies/virtua-health">Virtua Health</a>, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. <br><br>If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.<br><br>In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other <a href="https://www.virtua.org/locations" rel="nofollow ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">locations</a>, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our <a href="https://www.virtua.org/about/eat-well" rel="nofollow ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Eat Well food access program</a>, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.</h3><h3>Location:</h3>100% RemoteCurrently Virtua welcomes candidates for 100% remote positions from: AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, KY, MD, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV only.<h3>Remote Type:</h3>Hybrid<h3>Employment Type:</h3>Employee<h3>Employment Classification:</h3>Regular<h3>Time Type:</h3>Full time<h3>Work Shift:</h3>1st Shift (United States of America)<h3>Total Weekly Hours:</h3>40<h3>Additional Locations:</h3><h3>Job Information:</h3><p><u><b><b>Job Summary:</b></b></u></p><p>The Clinical Triage Specialist role is designed to function in a centralized, remote telephonic model that supports the Virtua Medical Group practices and Triage Nurses by performing initial assessment and advisement for patients seeking care.</p><p>Goals include having the right patient receive the right care in the right venue at the right time and optimizing the use of Same Day Appointment slots.</p><p>Additionally, the role will reduce interruptions to the medical staff providing care at the practices.</p><p><u><b><b>Position Responsibilities:</b></b></u></p><p>Field incoming calls and performing detailed assessments by phone. Assist the patient in securing appointment(s) as appropriate. Act as a support resource related to handl