Personal advocate vs liaison

Differences between personal advocate and liaison duties and responsibilities

Personal advocate example responsibilities.

• Use EMR software to manage patient records and files; reinforce and uphold patient confidentiality as required by HIPAA and clinic.
• Change bed linens, run errands, direct visitors and answer telephones.
• Maintain the safety and security of shelter, and the cleanliness of facility.
• Instruct, or advise clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene or nutrition.
• Assist patients in securing medical coverage by screening refer patients and coordinating the application process through successful approval.
• Make contact with family or significant others to promote implementation of ISP and community stability.

Liaison example responsibilities.

• Manage and increase social activity of the WVUncovered twitter account.
• Manage and create original content for all social media platforms (twitter, instagram, tumblr).
• Manage social media outlets for the organization; such as Facebook, update weekly status and weekly inspirational videos.
• Educate physician group practices to reduce hospitalizations, increase positive patient outcomes & achieve meaningful use of EMR systems.
• Perform assessments on ICU patients and market to many members of the health care team.
• Work predominantly ICU cases, acquiring considerable experience with high-level complex patients.
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