AVAILABLE POSITIONS
X-Ray Tech
Full Time
(40 Hours/Week)
Salary: $19.00 - $23.00/hour
Sonora Location
Looking for a Kentucky Licensed R(T)R to work in an office setting. Must be in good standing and current with all licensing agencies. Will include other duties including phlebotomy and medical assisting upon occasion. Looking for a dependable, friendly, and motivated person. Submit resume to Jeannie.Woehler@aplushealth.org.
Work Remotely
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No
Benefits:
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Employee discount
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Paid sick time
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Paid time off
Healthcare setting:
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Clinic
Medical specialties:
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Radiology
Schedule:
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8 hour shift
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Day shift
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Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
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No travel
Ability to commute/relocate:
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Sonora, KY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
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High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
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BLS Certification (Preferred)
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ARRT Certification (Required)
Medical Assistant
Full Time
(5 Days/Week)
Salary: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Brownsville Schools
Job description
Obtaining Vitals, Patient History, Phlebotomy, Immunizations, & obtaining patient specimens for in-house lab testing. Must be people oriented. Experience is a must
Benefit Conditions:
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Only full-time employees eligible
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
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Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
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Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
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People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
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Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Administrative Duties:
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Answering phones
Clinical Duties:
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Performing injections
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Administering medications
Supervisor:
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Nurse Practitioner
Work Remotely
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No
Benefits:
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Paid time off
Medical specialties:
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Primary Care
Schedule:
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Day shift
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Monday to Friday
Work setting:
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School
Experience:
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EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
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medical assisting: 1 year (Required)
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medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Medical Assistant
Full Time
(5 Days/Week)
Sonora
Job description
A Medical Assistant for a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is a vital healthcare team member who performs clinical and administrative duties to support the delivery of high-quality, comprehensive, and affordable healthcare services to underserved communities. Medical Assistants play a crucial role in ensuring efficient patient care and assisting healthcare providers in meeting the needs of a diverse patient population.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
CLINICAL DUTIES
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Prepare patients for examinations, taking vital signs, and recording patients' medical history.
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Assist healthcare providers during examinations, treatments, and minor procedures.
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Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for testing and perform basic laboratory tests as directed by the healthcare provider.
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Administer medications and vaccinations as instructed by the healthcare provider.
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Provide patient education on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
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Greet patients, answer phone calls, and schedule appointments.
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Assist with patient registration, verify insurance information, and update patient records.
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Organize and maintain medical records, ensuring the confidentiality and security of patient information.
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Perform data entry tasks, such as updating electronic health records (EHR) and inputting patient demographic information.
COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION
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Work closely with healthcare providers, nurses, and other medical staff to ensure the delivery of coordinated patient-centered care.
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to facilitate the exchange of information and promote patient satisfaction.
COMPLIANCE AND SAFETY
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Adhere to FQHC guidelines, policies, procedures, and relevant laws and regulations governing practice, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
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Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment, following infection control and safety guidelines.
CONTINUING EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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Stay current on best practices, industry trends, and continuing education requirements for medical assistants.
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Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance skills and competencies.
In summary, a Medical Assistant for an FQHC performs various clinical and administrative tasks that support efficient patient care and help healthcare providers deliver high-quality healthcare services to underserved communities. Their duties include patient preparation, assisting healthcare providers, and performing basic administrative tasks, all while ensuring a positive patient experience and maintaining compliance with relevant guidelines and regulations.
Community Health Worker
Full Time
(5 Days/Week)
Sonora
Job description
A Community Health Worker (CHW) for a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is a frontline public health professional who bridges healthcare providers and their communities. CHWs often profoundly understand the communities they work with, including their culture, language, and social determinants of health. Their primary goal is to improve access to healthcare services, promote health equity, and empower individuals to adopt healthy behaviors. CHWs are crucial to the FQHC's mission to provide accessible, high-quality, and affordable healthcare services to underserved communities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
HEALTH EDUCATION AND PROMOTION
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Provide culturally appropriate health education and information to individuals and groups in the community, helping them understand and manage their health conditions, adopt healthy behaviors, and navigate the healthcare system.
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Conduct outreach activities and facilitate workshops or presentations on health topics relevant to the community, such as nutrition, mental health, and chronic disease management.
PATIENT ADVOCACY AND NAVIGATION
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Assist patients in overcoming barriers to accessing healthcare services, such as language, transportation, or financial issues.
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Guide patients through the healthcare system, connecting them with appropriate services and resources and helping them understand their rights and responsibilities as patients.
CARE COORDINATION AND CASE MANAGEMENT
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Collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, and other team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with complex health and social needs.
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Monitor patients' progress, provide ongoing support and follow-up, and advocate for patients’ needs within the healthcare system.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT
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Identify community health needs and priorities, and work with the FQHC and community partners to develop and implement targeted interventions and programs.
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Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, such as schools, faith-based organizations, and local government agencies, to foster collaboration and support for community health initiatives.
CULTURAL COMPETENCY AND DIVERSITY
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Serve as a liaison between the FQHC and its diverse communities, promoting cultural understanding and ensuring that healthcare services are responsive to patients' needs, values, and preferences.
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Provide feedback and guidance to the FQHC on strategies to enhance cultural competency, reduce health disparities, and improve patient satisfaction.
DATA COLLECTION AND REPORTING
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Collect patient demographics, health behaviors, and outcomes data to inform program planning, evaluation, and quality improvement efforts.
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Participate in monitoring and evaluating community health initiatives, documenting successes and challenges, and contributing to program impact and effectiveness reports.
In summary, a Community Health Worker for an FQHC is a public health professional who bridges healthcare providers and the community. Their duties include health education and promotion, patient advocacy and navigation, care coordination and case management, community outreach and engagement, cultural competency and diversity, and data collection and reporting. By working closely with the FQHC and the community, CHWs are vital in improving access to healthcare services, promoting health equity, and empowering individuals to lead healthier lives.