Outcomes and Career Outlook
Career Outlook as a Health Navigator
The American healthcare system is complex and ever-evolving. As a result, many patients find themselves without the knowledge to confidently make decisions regarding their or their family’s medical care. With legislation related to healthcare constantly fluctuating, organizations also find a great need to provide affordable care that maintains high patient satisfaction.
FSCJ’s Health Navigator A.S. degree program prepares students to become proficient health navigator professionals who are able to address these patient concerns. Responsibilities of a health navigator include facilitating appointments, transportation, at-home care, legal counsel, and follow-up attention for patients who are ill and facing complicated treatment plans for a range of physical and mental health problems. Health Navigators work diligently to ensure that patients understand their treatment plan and financial obligations. They may also assist with identifying and enrolling patients in various health insurance plans including ACA Exchanges, Medicaid, Medicare, and disability services.
Reflecting their vital role in the community, health navigators find employment opportunities at a wide range of healthcare locations, such as hospitals, insurance companies, public health clinics, and nonprofit agencies.
Make a Difference in the World of Healthcare
Through FSCJ’s Health Navigator A.S. degree, you can become equipped with the skills to make a difference in the lives of those with limited health literacy. Graduates are prepared to fill a crucial role for patients in your community that require expertise to navigate the health care system. Ready to get started?
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