Coord, Outreach Clinic (Term) - req# 14832

Notice: Funding available through 8/31/2021;continuance beyond that date is subject to the Department's operational needsas outlined in UBPPM #3200, Employee Classifications, http://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html

The Division of Epidemiology, within the Department of Internal Medicine, is seeking a term Outreach Clinic Coordinator to complete required outreach and clinic-related duties withinthe Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP), a HRSA fundedgrant program that includes the following: develop education programs;disseminate information on radiogenic diseases and the importance of earlydetection; screen eligible individuals for cancer and other radiogenicdiseases; provide appropriate referrals for medical treatment; and facilitatedocumentation of Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) claims. TheCoordinator completes the day-to-day operations of the program's outreach topatients, families, and mining communities. This includes the creation andpresentation of information about the RESEP program and RECA as well as othereducational materials. The Coordinator acts as a liaison and patient navigatorfor the screening clinic, and schedules, coordinates, and provides follow-upand results following clinic visits. The Coordinator also completes thecollection of historical and clinical information from former mining industryworkers, completes database entry, and assists with RECA claims of the formerminers as directed by the RESEP Program Specialist.

Duties include the following:

1. Screen patients foreligibility for the RESEP program and assist them throughout the process, toinclude completing medical and occupational questionnaires with patients/families,making appointments, and supporting patient/family during clinic appointment (assistingwith paperwork, answering questions, etc.). Complete additional support dutiesrequired to finalize the records from patient encounters.
2. Develop understanding of benefits and eligibility thatmay be available to those served by RESEP program; assist patients and familiesin navigating through the process of filing claims and trouble-shooting;coordinate with providers, attorneys, home health agencies, etc., asappropriate to assist patients.
3. Participate in periodicHRSA conference calls, to include compiling information for reporting purposes.
4. Schedule and attend outreachfunctions for the RESEP program, to include those in collaboration with otherorganizations that support miners and former uranium workers in New Mexico.
5. Create outreach and educational materials and distribute;track outreach and clinic activities for program needs and reports to funder.
6. Complete required data entry forvarious reporting purposes, including REDCap data entry of charts and clinicvisits.

The Department of Internal Medicine is a large, progressivedepartment with a diverse staff working in dedicated teams to provide qualitywork in an organized, effective and efficient manner through innovation,training, and education. Through our collaborative work effort, we support thefaculty and enhance the missions of the department, school, Health SciencesCenter and University.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• CPR certification may be a requirement for some positions in this classification.

High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Skills in planning, organizing, coordinating, implementing, and tracking outreach (in-person, written communications, speaking with groups, etc.)
• Skills in patient navigation/education, problem-solving, and case management.
• Ability to work both independently and also in close proximity with team members, and to balance multiple program priorities. Willingness/ability to work as a team and collaborate on solutions, and to be flexible as program needs change.
• Ability to understand and speak Din (Navajo), Spanish, or Keres language would be a benefit, but is not required.

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

1)Cover Letter - Please detail your experience in the following: outreach activities, patient education/navigation, case management skills, ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

2)Resume

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

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