"Outreach Worker - Midland Free Clinic"

Extended Job Title

Outreach Worker - Midland Free Clinic

Position Description

This position will serve as the primary contact for medically needy patients. Responsibilities include processing provider claims, using a computer system to record and report patient information, patient case finding, financial screening, program enrollment facilitation, non-medical counseling, case tracking, and preparing all necessary case documentation.

The person in this position will serve as program spokespeople and representatives to participating health care providers, local communities, and local health agencies; therefore, this position requires a positive and professional attitude when working with patients, community leaders, local health agencies, and state agency care workers.

Person will be expected to travel between local health agencies in the fulfillment of their duties. Work is performed in usual clinic conditions; requires a high degree of contact with patients and families, clinic staff, and outside support agencies. Travel and the ability to respond to needs during off-duty hours may be required in unusual situations.

Major/Essential Functions

• Serve as primary contact for the Leslie’s Midland Free Clinic.
• Attend free clinic sessions, register patients for the clinic, room patients, report patient information, program enrollment facilitation, non-medical counseling, patient tracking, and prepare all necessary documentation for patient vouchers for MMH or prescriptions.
• Clean and stock exam rooms, lab area, review inventory and order supplies, and maintain all point of care machines.
• Shift work dedicated to Tuesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
• Assist with prior authorizations and referrals for the Internal Medicine clinics.
• Scan documents into Cerner, and check insurance verification and eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Clinical experience preferred.

Occasional Duties

• Travel and ability to respond to needs during off-duty hours may be required in unusual situations.
• Work with employees at CASA De Amigos for projects or grants for the free clinic.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent with at least three years of experience in a business office environment. Higher education may substitute on a year-for-year basis.

Schedule Details

Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday, Thursday: Flexible schedule, requiring availability until 8:00 pm

Work Location

Midland

Department

Internal Med Ode General

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade

Minimum: 15.00 Maximum: 20.00

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Requisition ID

40922BR

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.