Full time
About The Job:
The Population Health Annual Wellness Visit Specialist works as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team to conduct, coordinate and complete the non provider portions of preventive wellness services such as Medicare’s Annual Wellness Visits.
Remote Position
What we are looking for:
1. Utilizes standardized tools and scripting to conduct the non-provider components of AWVs with identified patients.
2. Conducts complete chart review and maintains record updates in support of AWVs.
3. Conducts the non-provider portion of Advance Care Planning services either as a part of an AWV or independently.
4. Assists in coordination of appropriate follow-up health care services and follows through to ensure completion.
5. Practices motivational interviewing to support health behavior change and in completing recommended health care services
6. Answers patient questions regarding appointments and/or testing. Addresses potential barriers to care and collaborates with Provider to answer patient questions and concerns that fall outside of scope.
7. Identifies and refers high risk patients to the PHSO ambulatory care management team for care coordination services.
8. Accepts referrals from care management team members to coordinate AWVs.
9. Documents all patient interactions in the patient’s health record and care management documentation system.
10.Supports and participates in PHSO quality improvement activities at the direction of the quality manager.
Mental & Physical Demands:
1. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening test at time of hire. 2. Work onsite with regular and predictable attendance.
3. Maneuver within the physical work environment with some bending, stooping, reaching, and light lifting.
4. Constantly able to use hands and fingers to type, write, and file. Frequently able to use near vision for viewing computer monitor and written materials.
Occasionally required to detect unusual odors that could indicate environmental issues.
5. Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Education:
Associates degree preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years health care experience. Varied clinical experience preferred.
Certifications & Licenses: Iowa state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Knowledge & Skills:
1. Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and management of secure information.
2. Strong communication (verbal/written) and organizational skills and ability to interact effectively with providers, clinic staff, and care management team members across the care continuum.
3. Demonstrated capacity to problem solve and prioritize in complex situations. 4. Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. 5. Ability to function effectively in a team based environment.
6. Basic Excel and Word skills.
7. Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures. 8. Obtain Certificate of Competency in Population Health Care Management within 12 months of hire.
9. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter within three months of hire.
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background checks, pre-employment physical, drug screen and post offer exam.
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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), VEVRAA, and Section 503, should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, please call Human Resources at (641) 428-7287 or email us at [email protected]
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.