Vituity
Substance Use Navigator - Kaiser Permanente Roseville Medical Center (Information Technology)
The Substance Use Navigator (SUN) is integral to supporting medication for addiction treatment (MAT) in the acute care setting.
This paid opportunity counts for clinical experience!
The Impact You'll Make
The SUN is primarily utilized in the ED and/or inpatient setting, working with the hospital in assisting patient access to treatment. The SUN conducts brief assessments, introduces patients to treatment programs that provide MAT expertise, expedites appointments to clinics, and serves as a primary coach and advocate for their clients. The role of the SUN is a link to the community and facilitates transitions from the hospital to outpatient treatment, outreach to community partners, and linking organizations to individuals seeking treatment. The primary goal is to ensure a positive effect on patient outcomes. The SUN utilizes a patient centric approach, navigating a variety of resources to support the goals of the patient in their desire to pursue treatment options. The SUN also assists with access to other services such as financial counseling, primary care, mental health services, social services and residential treatment facilities.
Additional responsibilities include, but not limited to:
When you are a part of Vituity, you embody a Culture of Caring by approaching every human interaction with compassion and heart. With a Servant Leadership philosophy, we focus on what we can accomplish when we put our patients and colleagues first. An Ownership Mentality means you have mutual accountability to drive positive change for Vituity as a whole. Finally, our focus on Innovation enables you to re-imagine healthcare and bring about lasting change.
Each Vitan is expected to demonstrate a commitment to service, values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times in interactions with physicians, patients, visitors and colleagues.
Benefits & Beyond
We care about the whole you! Our best in class competitive benefits package combine to offer opportunities for where you are today and what you may need in the future.