Qureos Mentor

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

<div>Pay Range:
Pay Range:$66.90 - $94.24 The role is key in facilitating communication and connections with agencies, communities, and local governments. The position is responsible for the effective and efficient management of all interests in land, natural resources, and environment owned by SEARHC. The role will educate others about SEARHC programs, policies, activities, and efforts; help negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues. Applies qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze, assess, and evaluate lands issues and concerns. This position will represent the organization at meetings and events with other government departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; participate in and coordinate activities with external agencies, organizations, and stakeholders. 
 
The position is a function of Executive Administration and provides support for projects of differing complexity undertaken by the team. Projects may include permitting and lands issues, external vendor management and project marketing. The position has multiple internal collaborators and external partners.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it&rsquo;s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job<ul><li>
Serves as a liaison for SEARHC to develop effective and harmonious relationships with community partners and members and external health, wellness, and prevention organizations.</li><li>
Maintain inventory and status of SEARHC owned properties.</li><li>
Prepare and finalize all land transaction documentation, such as leases, purchases, transfers, assignments and allotments.</li><li>
Serves as the primary contact for community planning and administrative departments, including permitting.</li><li>
Serves as primary contact for the State Historical Preservation Organization (SHPO), National Parks Service (NPS), and Historical Commissions and other agencies regarding historical obligations and notifications.</li><li>
Serves as a project contact with state and federal agencies regarding construction projects.</li><li>
Serves as a contact for the region's construction marketing efforts, providing support in marketing strategy and management. Responsible for conveying leadership messaging on projects to agencies and communities.</li><li>
Strengthens coalitions with governmental organizations to achieve SEARHC&rsquo;s mission and strategic goals.</li><li>
Identifies and assesses environmental implications of land use policies, providing technical advice and assistance in addressing potential issues and recommendations</li><li>
Represents SEARHC at community events as requested.</li><li>
Leads strategic community projects as assigned.</li><li>
Serves as a resource person and provides accurate information and directions regarding SEARHC locations and services.</li><li>
Demonstrate, promote, maintain, and encourage the highest customer service level, courtesy, and professionalism with patients and staff.</li><li>
Performs other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor.</li></ul>
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in business, communications, journalism, or closely related field required.</li><li>
Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree preferred.</li></ul>
Experience Required<ul><li>
Minimum of 5 years of land and/or planning management experience, including at least 3 years of marketing management experience.</li><li>
Experience in community planning and land use issues.</li><li>
Highly collaborative leadership style with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to changing situations.</li><li>
Broad functional experience in areas of strategic planning and marketing, business and market development, market research and planning and promotions/advertising.</li><li>
Experience creating and implementing brand awareness and communications programs.</li><li>
Highly developed organizational and planning skills, time management skills, and written/oral communications skills.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities<ul><li>
Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication, able to deliver clear, concise information tailored to specific and varied audiences.</li><li>
Exceptionally detail-oriented and organized, ensuring quality and consistent output.</li><li>
Collaborative working style, independent, detail oriented, ready to take ownership, self-starter.</li><li>
Ability to travel when needed.</li><li>
Ability to achieve results and maintain highly collaborative, collegial and productive relationships within complex geography.</li><li>
Strong, clear and strategic communications to diverse audiences &ndash; both written and verbal.</li></ul>
Required Certifications:
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!</div>

Federal & Agency Affairs Director

<div>Pay Range:
Pay Range:$31.83 - $44.56 This position provides evidence-based culturally relevant outpatient behavioral health treatment for those experiencing behavioral, emotional, and/or mental disorders. Clinical services include individual, group, family, and marital therapy as well as bio-psychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluation, care coordination, and crisis intervention. The clinician is an active engaged member of the multidisciplinary treatment team to support individuals and families. The clinician maintains the patient electronic health record with timely documentation of services in accordance with established SEARHC policies and procedures and regulatory bodies. The clinician follows and maintains established clinical productivity standards. This position provides after-hours Crisis Intervention Services on a shared rotating basis in the clinic locations in Haines, Klawock, Petersburg, and Wrangell.
 
 
Clinicians who are not yet licensed will receive clinical supervision that meet licensure requirements. Supervision for those not yet licensed will focus on the appropriate delivery of twelve core functions: Screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, therapy, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, reports and records keeping, and consultation.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it&rsquo;s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job<ul><li>
Implement culturally relevant screening, assessment, diagnosing, treatment planning, and evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy to meet the needs of the clients served.</li><li>
Utilize Trauma Informed Care in all aspects of patient, employee, and community interactions.</li><li>
Integrate mental health and substance use disorder interventions as identified based on the results of individualized assessments and treatment planning.</li><li>
Develop individualized treatment plans and treatment reviews based upon the individual&rsquo;s needs.</li><li>
Provide care coordination, advocacy, motivational interviewing, bio-psychosocial education and skill development.</li><li>
Maximize access to care and effective utilization of care by focusing on improving coping strategies and skills, promoting self-care, improving self-understanding, and management of symptoms.</li><li>
Communicate and collaborate with clinical and paraprofessional team members across the health system to achieve individualized treatment goals.</li><li>
Provide crisis intervention services within normal clinic hours.</li><li>
In the rural clinics of Haines, Klawock, Petersburg, and Wrangell provide shared rotating after hours crisis and emergency services.</li><li>
Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation of all services within the electronic health record including but not limited to assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, screening tools, and discharge plans as required by SEARCH policy and procedure.</li><li>
Self-monitor and fulfill licensure requirements as required by clinician&rsquo;s licensing board.</li><li>
Adhere to patient confidentiality, sharing, and release of information per HIPAA and SEARHC policy.</li><li>
Coordinate care within the SEARCH health system and local community social agencies to assure appropriate referrals are offered for optimal individualized care.</li><li>
Attend, engage, and professionally participate in staff meetings, training, and multidisciplinary team meetings.</li><li>
Consistently meet productivity expectations to support ongoing patient access to timely care.</li><li>
Promptly respond to coding and audit requests and corrections in a respectful, professional, and timely fashion.</li><li>
Complete all required provider enrollment expectations and documentation.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned</li></ul>
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related discipline from an accredited educational institution.</li><li>
Licensed as Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LPC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) preferred.<ul><li>
Once licensure is obtained it is a requirement to keep it current for the duration of employment.</li><li>
Clinicians who are not yet licensed will receive clinical supervision to ensure appropriate delivery of behavioral health services focused screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, therapy, case management, crisis intervention, patient education, referral, reports, and records keeping, and consultation.</li></ul></li><li>
Valid State of Alaska Driver&rsquo;s License or can be obtained within 6 months of hire.</li><li>
Alaska State Chemical Dependency Counselor I or MAC certificate or equivalent preferred.</li><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months</li><li>
SEARHC Clinical Competency at 3 months and every 3 years thereafter</li></ul>
Experience Required<ul><li>
Experience and expertise with behavioral health assessment and diagnoses.</li><li>
Ability to provide assessment, treatment plans, and referral for patients of all ages.</li></ul>
Knowledge of<ul><li>
Behavioral health assessment and diagnostic evaluation criteria.</li><li>
Treatment plan development and patient/family centered goals and objectives.</li><li>
Evidence-based modern methods, techniques and procedures used in individual, group, and family therapy for emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.</li><li>
Federal and state mandatory reporting requirements</li><li>
Ethical and legal management practices, patient rights, state mandatory reporting requirements, documentation regulations specific to HIPAA, CARF, The Joint Commission, HRSA, State Medicaid and Federal regulations.</li></ul>
Skill and Ability to<ul><li>
Assess patients for risk of suicide or self-harm and develop effective safety plans.</li><li>
Advocate for patients and coordinate required services or to resolve problems in crisis situations.</li><li>
Analyze, evaluate, and diagnose situations and adopt effective courses of action.</li><li>
Document clear/concise reports drawing from direct patient observation, screenings, and assessments in accordance with professional standards, state regulations and department protocol.</li><li>
Modify treatment activities or approaches as needed to comply with changes in patients' needs.</li><li>
Maintain knowledge of new developments in behavioral health assessment and counseling.</li></ul>
Required Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, Driver License - State of Alaska
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!</div>

Behavioral Health Clinician

<div>Pay Range:
Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 The Imaging Informaticist is responsible for the enterprise-wide management, support and optimization of SEARHC&rsquo;s imaging environment across all clinical facilities. This includes Meditech RIS (IDM), Fuji Synapse PACS, Fuji VNA, Fuji Cardiology PACS, Laurel Bridge Compass routers, point-of-care ultrasound platforms, and all related imaging workflow systems. The Imaging Informaticist is responsible for implementation, 
 
support, maintenance and administration of PACS/RIS and other enterprise imaging-related systems, ensuring stable, secure, and efficient imaging operations and cross system integrations.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it&rsquo;s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
Enterprise Imaging System Administration<ul><li>Provides enterprise-level administration of Fuji Synapse PACS, Fuji VNA, Laurel Bridge Compass routing systems, and Fuji Cardiology PACS with Epiphany ECG Management.</li><li>Maintains and optimizes imaging workflows including DICOM routing, prefetching, archival lifecycle management, and multi-site worklist design.</li><li>Manages imaging archive integrity, database accuracy, and the image storage lifecycle.</li><li>Provides information/reports related to system performance, storage utilization, workflow activity, routing operations, and uptime.</li></ul>
Troubleshooting &amp; Systems Support<ul><li>Provides troubleshooting and support of RIS, PACS and imaging workflow issues as part of daily operations.</li><li>Collaborates with Informatics and Interoperability teams on imaging-related EHR build, testing and maintenance/upgrades.</li><li>Collaborates with technical specialists and Biomed/Healthcare Technology Management to troubleshoot problems involving DICOM metadata, HL7/ADT/RIS/PACS interfaces, modality connectivity, routing, or archive ingestion.</li><li>Assists with root cause analysis and development and implementation of permanent corrective strategies.</li></ul>
Workflow &amp; Integration Support<ul><li>Maintains enterprise imaging workflows supporting Radiology, Cardiology, Women's Health, point-of-care ultrasound, and other imaging workflows within PACS and VNA, assisting operations with identifying areas for improvement and implementation of workflow updates.</li><li>Collaborates with other IT teams and operations on integrations among Meditech RIS (IDM), Nuance PowerScribe, Penrad, VRad teleradiology, Butterfly POCUS, and Fuji Cardiology PACS and Epiphany ECG management as well as new and evolving imaging-related systems.</li></ul>
&bull; Promotes and follows imaging documentation standards, naming conventions, and workflow processes. Vendor &amp; Stakeholder Collaboration &bull; Works as needed with imaging-related vendors such as, Fuji, Laurel Bridge, Butterfly and VRad on troubleshooting, system maintenance/upgrades and implementation of new services. &bull; Supports ongoing communication and workflow alignment with Radiology, Cardiology, IT and clinical leadership. Data Governance, Security &amp; Compliance &bull; Ensures all diagnostic imaging application systems comply with HIPAA, security standards, and SEARHC policies.<ul><li>Works with IT security on network segmentation, secure transport, encryption, and auditing.</li><li>Manages imaging retention, deletion, lifecycle management, and legal hold processes. Training, Documentation</li><li>Provides training as needed to imaging staff, technologists, radiologists, cardiologists and IT/informatics.</li><li>Develops imaging procedures, workflow guides, downtime documents and routing rule documentation.</li></ul>
Other Functions
<ul><li>Participates in on-call rotation as needed.</li><li>Supports downtime operations and disaster recovery.</li><li>Performs additional duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required<ul><li>
Associate&rsquo;s degree in computer science, information management systems or radiology/imaging, image acquisition, workflow in all modalities - required.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree - preferred
</li><li>American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certified in one or more modalities - required
</li></ul>o CT Certification (ARRT) &ndash; preferred
<ul><li>Certified PACS Administrator or Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP) preferred</li></ul>
Experience Required
<ul><li>3+ years experience working with imaging systems including demonstrated increasing responsibility for technical understanding, troubleshooting and support of systems in a Diagnostic Imaging/Radiology setting
</li><li>1+ year experience supporting, troubleshooting and maintaining RIS within a Diagnostic Imaging/Radiology setting
</li><li>Experience with relevant imaging administration within a PACS and dictation system environment - preferred</li></ul>
Knowledge of<ul><li>
Knowledge of the radiology and cardiology workflows in various modalities</li><li>
Knowledge of medical imaging and related terminology</li><li>
Knowledge of DICOM and HL7 standards</li></ul>
Skills in<ul><li>
Broad computer skill set and specialized knowledge in both radiology and IT</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Using a computer and software applications</li><li>
Learning new functions and systems</li></ul>
Ability to<ul><li>
Ability to work independently when necessary</li><li>
Ability to work well under pressure and on concurrent, multidisciplinary projects</li><li>
Ability to work effectively with diverse group of people</li></ul>
Required Certifications:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!</div>

Imaging Informaticist / Senior Imaging Informaticist

<div>Provides comprehensive family medicine services within the scope of training and experience to people of all ages and genders.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it&rsquo;s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job<ul><li>
Provides comprehensive primary care including, but not limited to, diagnosis, treatment, minor procedures, coordination of care, referral, preventative care, and health maintenance to a dedicated panel of patients.</li><li>
Participates fully in shared local urgent/emergent care on-call rotation.</li><li>
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of services is accordance with SEARHC policy.</li><li>
Provides optimal patient experience using strong listening and communication skills.</li><li>
Builds long-term patient care relationships.</li><li>
Consults SEARHC physician as needed for patient care and uses other access to specialists as needed (i.e., AristaMD, ANMC providers, etc.).</li><li>
Provides medical services at facilities within thea SEARHC care network and other facilities and locations listed in SEARHC&rsquo;s compact and funding agreement with the Indian Health Service.</li><li>
Actively participates in SEARHC quality patient care initiatives and quality assurance programs.</li><li>
Actively participates in provider meetings, clinic meetings, and SEARHC medical staff functions.</li></ul>
Other Functions<ul><li>
Depending upon the location and needs of the community served, participates in shared after-hours emergency call coverage.</li></ul>
Shift Details<ul><li>
Three (3) 12-hour shifts each week.</li><li>
Work will be split between 2 urgent care locations.</li></ul> 
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required<ul><li>
State of Alaska Medical License as an NP or PA</li><li>
Board-certified in specialty by accrediting body</li><li>
Maintains active, unrestricted DEA registration.</li><li>
Maintains active SEARHC medical staff privileges.</li><li>
BLS required</li><li>
BLSO required or WorkDay training for Obstetrical Emergencies</li></ul>
Experience Required<ul><li>
Two years of experience as a practicing provider</li><li>
Additional clinical experience or training prior to practice as a licensed provider may be considered by the Medical Director of Primary Care Clinics to meet this minimum experience requirement.</li></ul>
Knowledge of<ul><li>
Primary health care practices and principles</li><li>
Basic emergency care and protocol where appropriate</li><li>
Common disease processes and pharmacology</li><li>
Standards of care, EMTALA, HIPAA, health care risk management principles, medical ethics, and medical malpractice principles</li></ul>
Skills in<ul><li>
Effective communication skill and ability to interact with staff and patients</li><li>
Operating essential basic medical equipment</li><li>
Making proper assessments based upon history, exam, lab, x-ray, and other data</li><li>
Incorporating health promotion and health prevention activities into patient care</li><li>
Educating patients and family members about diagnoses, treatment plan alternatives, risks, options, and medications</li><li>
Providing high-quality health care services including the performance of medical procedures appropriate to the outpatient and emergency care setting</li></ul>
Ability to<ul><li>
Promote teamwork and collaboration.</li><li>
Resolve conflict.</li><li>
Efficiently utilize electronic medical record and other clinically-required technology.</li><li>
Carefully listen to patients and family members.</li><li>
Clearly express ideas through oral and written communication.</li><li>
Efficiently analyze complex situations and solve problems.</li><li>
Effectively implement clinical program strategies.</li></ul>
Work Environment:
Full-time, M-F
Afterhours Call
Required Certifications:
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!</div>

Advanced Practice Professional - Urgent Care

<div>Pay Range:$25.00 - $28.45 Under the direction of the Director of Purchased/Referred Care (PRC), the Medical Claims Specialist is primarily responsible for timely and accurately processing/payment of medical claims into the PRC claims processing package while providing excellent customer service to claimants and vendors. Maintains good vendor relations, works closely and follows up with accounts payable while maintaining compliance with all Federal, State, Tribal Health, and SEARHC PRC guidelines and regulations. 
 
Must work independently making judgment calls when supervisor is not available. Position requires the ability to sit for long periods of time in front of a computer terminal. Mental fatigue exists with the high level of concentration necessary to properly process medical claims for payment accurately and timely. The employee must be able to work under stressful conditions. The PRC office maintains copies of each individual patient record as required by law and SEARHC policy and this position ensures that requirement is met. May occasionally encounter verbal abuse from customers or family members.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it&rsquo;s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job<ul><li>
Clerical duties such as answering p hone, greeting patients and visitors, sending/receiving faxes, responsible for incoming and outgoing mail and responsible for security of all these forms of communication for patient confidentiality. Responsible for maintaining files including purging and shredding documents as needed and initiating and processing of denial and other letters as delegated by lead medical claims specialist. Review and screen all medical and dental claims from PRC health care providers. This requires verifying that the patient on claim is in our system using Cerner.</li><li>
Performs alternate health resource verification.
Responsible for providing new or updated demographic information and any alternate health resource information to Patient Access.
Review claims to determine if a referral is on file.
Coordinate with Patient Access department to generate a new health record for patients who are in outlying areas and have not previously registered at SEARHC.
Establish patient eligibility according to established policies and procedures.
Review ICD, CPT, and revenue codes to determine if diagnosis and treatment are authorized as part of the initial referral.</li><li>
Management of data into the PRC claims processing program so that vendors can be paid timely. Process claims, using Medicare-like Rates when appropriate, for patients authorized to receive health services from facilities and providers outside of SEARHC.</li><li>
Coordinate quarterly with CMS to obtain current Medicare-like Rates for non-tribal facilities.
Perform insurance verification on each eligible beneficiary, review procedure and diagnosis codes to determine if services are covered under the SEARHC and Federal guidelines for reimbursement.
Research unauthorized claims and take appropriate action.
Provide alternate health resource information to private providers and facilities for all referred patients.</li><li>
Provides assistance to customers regarding referrals and/or claim status, payment, patients admitted to non-tribal facilities, outstanding charges, and eligibility. Initiates, enters/update patient eligibility according to established procedures and Federal guidelines. Interpret PRC Program regulations, policies, and procedures to internal and external customers. Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Additional Details:
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required<ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent.</li><li>
Medical terminology course required or 1 year of documented experience in a medical field requiring consistent use of medical terminology.</li></ul>
Experience Required<ul><li>
1 year of data entry experience with basic knowledge of accounts payable processing, MS Excel, and MS Word software applications.</li><li>
3 years of business or medical office experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Medical coding background preferred.</li></ul>
Knowledge of<ul><li>
State, federal, and tribal health care programs.</li><li>
Medical insurance process.</li><li>
ICD and CPT coding.</li></ul>
Skills in<ul><li>
Interpreting state, federal, and tribal contract health care guidelines.</li><li>
Research and problem solving.</li><li>
Oral/written interpersonal communication and excellent customer service skills.</li></ul>
Ability to<ul><li>
Ability to multitask.</li><li>
Ability to enter large volumes of data timely and accurately.</li><li>
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.</li><li>
Ability to respond quickly in urgent situations with attention to detail.</li></ul>
Position Information:
Work Shift:OT 8/40
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!</div>

Medical Claims Specialist

<div>Pay Range:$25.00 - $26.86 The Clinical Assistant provides care to infants, toddlers, children, adolescents, adults, and elderly in a rural ambulatory care clinic. Essential job responsibilities include rooming patients, performing clinical duties, maintaining lab and exam rooms, quality assurance activities and demonstrating customer service skills. In addition, Clinical Assistants perform administrative and data management tasks. This position is essential in maintaining efficient clinic operations and patient flow to maximize the provider&rsquo;s time and to ensure access to care. This information is written in patients&rsquo; chart along with patients&rsquo; medical history. This position works closely with providers giving support such as rooming patients, performing Point of Care testing, answering phones, processing provider orders, data entry, and participation in training processes. Must demonstrate good judgment and be self-starting but works under close supervision of provider.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it&rsquo;s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job<ul><li>
Prepares for patient visit by reviewing chart for needed forms, follow-up labs or procedures needed.<ul><li>
Obtains and records age-appropriate vital signs per department protocol, i.e., temperature, height, weight, head circumference, blood pressure, respiration, pulse oximetry, visual acuity testing.</li><li>
Obtains medical history update and confirms medications.</li></ul></li><li>
Accurately collects and documents information in patient chart. Keeps patient records in order with all forms properly identified; copies and compiles other medical data as needed.</li><li>
Recognizes signs or symptoms requiring prompt intervention and acts appropriately.<ul><li>
Transport patients within the facility, as needed.</li><li>
Demonstrate ability to smoothly manage patient care duties while maintaining clinic flow.</li></ul></li><li>
Reports, and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients, unusual incidents, or breeches in safety. Observes patients to insure children, elderly, or impaired patients who require observation or assistance have someone in attendance.</li><li>
Sets up equipment and supplies for routine exams and minor procedures.</li><li>
Prepares patients for and assists with procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries.<ul><li>
Provides specimen collection and Point of Care Testing (POCT). Follows protocol for collecting, labeling, and transporting of specimens. With appropriate orders applies heat/cold packs, abdominal binders, anti-embolism stockings, obtain 12 lead EKG, peak flow, applies oxygen.</li><li>
Assists patients with ambulation or transfer; performs minor, non-invasive treatments</li></ul></li><li>
Sanitizes exam rooms between patients. Appropriately processes surgical equipment and ensures sterile package integrity. Maintains a safe and clean environment.</li><li>
Ensures exam room supplies are organized and stocked. Maintains lab equipment and organizes lab supplies. Inventory, re-order, and stock medical supplies.</li><li>
Disposes of solid/liquid waste and infectious materials according to infection control standards.</li><li>
Conducts daily/weekly/monthly QA checks on equipment and maintains logs.<ul><li>
Demonstrates correct utilization of computer-based health information systems and electronic health record systems. Notifies provider of any repairs/safety concerns that need attention.</li></ul></li><li>
Performs office duties to include:<ul><li>
Answers inquiries of a general nature by nursing staff, provider staff, other departments, visitors, and patients: assisting them in a friendly and cooperative manner; receives and relays messages to personnel and uses proper telephone etiquette. Makes confirmation calls to patients as needed.</li><li>
Performs duties as assigned in a responsible, respectful, and caring manner to promote effective staff relationships.</li></ul></li></ul> 
Other Functions<ul><li>
Will provide cross-coverage for their peers, helping peers and clinics that need assistance to ensure the efficient and effective flow of patients through the department.</li><li>
Attends and participates in at least 50% area staff meetings annually; responsible for applying information presented in staff meetings; participates in unit goal setting; complies with area and departmental scheduling guidelines; initiates discussion with department manager regarding area or department issues; complies with dress code; refers un-resolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to appropriate Manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Supervisory Responsibilities<ul><li>
This position does not require supervisory responsibilities.</li></ul>
Additional Details:
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required<ul><li>
High school diploma or GED &ndash; required.</li><li>
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 45 days of hire - required.</li><li>
Clinical Competency completed within 3 months and every 3 years - required.</li></ul>
Experience Required<ul><li>
Customer service experience</li><li>
Health care experience, education or training</li></ul>
Knowledge of<ul><li>
Clinic procedures for receiving and following through on a patient visit and any related clinic treatments, procedures.</li><li>
Age-appropriate vital signs and behaviors.</li><li>
HIPAA and SEARHC Policies.</li></ul> 
Skills in<ul><li>
Communication and use of customer service skills.</li><li>
Computer application skills sufficient to utilize medical databases in a competent manner.</li><li>
Ability to operate medical equipment including blood pressure cuff, pulse oximeter, EKG machine, etc.</li></ul> 
Ability to<ul><li>
Learn and use various EMR systems and accurately record patient data.</li><li>
Communicate and interact with all members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.</li><li>
Recognize and respond appropriately in emergency situations.</li></ul> 
Other Qualifications<ul><li>
Employee will begin Clinical Assistant training program within 1 year</li><li>
Complete Clinical Assistant exam within 2 years</li></ul>
Position Information:
Work Shift:OT 8/40
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!</div>

Clinical Assistant 1 or 2

<div>Pay Range:
Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 ***********************************************************
 
 
$25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire!
 
$10K Annual Geographic Differential Pay for this location! 
***********************************************************
 
This position provides evidence-based culturally relevant outpatient behavioral health treatment for those experiencing behavioral, emotional, and/or mental disorders. Clinical services include individual, group, family, and marital therapy as well as bio-psychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluation, care coordination, and crisis intervention. The clinician is an active engaged member of the multidisciplinary treatment team to support individuals and families. The clinician maintains the patient electronic health record with timely documentation of services in accordance with established SEARHC policies and procedures and regulatory bodies. The clinician follows and maintains established clinical productivity standards. This position provides after-hours Crisis Intervention Services on a shared rotating basis in the clinic locations in Haines, Klawock, Petersburg, and Wrangell.
 
 
Clinicians who are not yet licensed will receive clinical supervision that meet licensure requirements. Supervision for those not yet licensed will focus on the appropriate delivery of twelve core functions: Screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, therapy, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, reports and records keeping, and consultation.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it&rsquo;s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job</h1><ul><li>
Implement culturally relevant screening, assessment, diagnosing, treatment planning, and evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy to meet the needs of the clients served.</li><li>
Utilize Trauma Informed Care in all aspects of patient, employee, and community interactions.</li><li>
Integrate mental health and substance use disorder interventions as identified based on the results of individualized assessments and treatment planning.</li><li>
Develop individualized treatment plans and treatment reviews based upon the individual&rsquo;s needs.</li><li>
Provide care coordination, advocacy, motivational interviewing, bio-psychosocial education and skill development.</li><li>
Maximize access to care and effective utilization of care by focusing on improving coping strategies and skills, promoting self-care, improving self-understanding, and management of symptoms.</li><li>
Communicate and collaborate with clinical and paraprofessional team members across the health system to achieve individualized treatment goals.</li><li>
Provide crisis intervention services within normal clinic hours.</li><li>
In the rural clinics of Haines, Klawock, Petersburg, and Wrangell provide shared rotating after hours crisis and emergency services.</li><li>
Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation of all services within the electronic health record including but not limited to assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, screening tools, and discharge plans as required by SEARCH policy and procedure.</li><li>
Self-monitor and fulfill licensure requirements as required by clinician&rsquo;s licensing board.</li><li>
Adhere to patient confidentiality, sharing, and release of information per HIPAA and SEARHC policy.</li><li>
Coordinate care within the SEARCH health system and local community social agencies to assure appropriate referrals are offered for optimal individualized care.</li><li>
Attend, engage, and professionally participate in staff meetings, training, and multidisciplinary team meetings.</li><li>
Consistently meet productivity expectations to support ongoing patient access to timely care.</li><li>
Promptly respond to coding and audit requests and corrections in a respectful, professional, and timely fashion.</li><li>
Complete all required provider enrollment expectations and documentation.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned</li></ul>
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related discipline from an accredited educational institution.</li><li>
Licensed as Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LPC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) preferred.<ul><li>
Once licensure is obtained it is a requirement to keep it current for the duration of employment.</li><li>
Clinicians who are not yet licensed will receive clinical supervision to ensure appropriate delivery of behavioral health services focused screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, therapy, case management, crisis intervention, patient education, referral, reports, and records keeping, and consultation.</li></ul></li><li>
Valid State of Alaska Driver&rsquo;s License or can be obtained within 6 months of hire.</li><li>
Alaska State Chemical Dependency Counselor I or MAC certificate or equivalent preferred.</li><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months</li><li>
SEARHC Clinical Competency at 3 months and every 3 years thereafter</li><li>
Experience Required</li><li>
Experience and expertise with behavioral health assessment and diagnoses.</li><li>
Ability to provide assessment, treatment plans, and referral for patients of all ages.</li><li>
Knowledge of</li><li>
Behavioral health assessment and diagnostic evaluation criteria.</li><li>
Treatment plan development and patient/family centered goals and objectives.</li><li>
Evidence-based modern methods, techniques and procedures used in individual, group, and family therapy for emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.</li><li>
Federal and state mandatory reporting requirements</li><li>
Ethical and legal management practices, patient rights, state mandatory reporting requirements, documentation regulations specific to HIPAA, CARF, The Joint Commission, HRSA, State Medicaid and Federal regulations.</li><li>
Skill and Ability to</li><li>
Assess patients for risk of suicide or self-harm and develop effective safety plans.</li><li>
Advocate for patients and coordinate required services or to resolve problems in crisis situations.</li><li>
Analyze, evaluate, and diagnose situations and adopt effective courses of action.</li><li>
Document clear/concise reports drawing from direct patient observation, screenings, and assessments in accordance with professional standards, state regulations and department protocol.</li><li>
Modify treatment activities or approaches as needed to comply with changes in patients' needs.</li><li>
Maintain knowledge of new developments in behavioral health assessment and counseling.</li></ul>
Required Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, Driver License - State of Alaska, Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Alaska State Board of Social Worker Examiners, Licensed Counselor - Alaska State Board of Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Marital and Family Therapy
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