Dental Clinic Front Desk - Patient Care Representative

Full Time

$19.00/hourly

JOB TITLE: Dental Clinic Front Desk - Patient Care Representative

REPORTS TO: Dental Clinic Manager (and works closely with Front Office Lead)

STATUS: Non-Exempt (hourly)

LOCATION: Dental Clinic

Job description

SCHS is a 90-100 employee, full-service, non-profit healthcare clinic serving the needs of the South Minneapolis community. Come make a difference in the lives of people every day while helping us achieve our mission: To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional care, removing barriers, and promoting healthy lifestyles. Proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 is required.

ROLE: This position exists to ensure efficient patient flow and excellent customer service. Provide dental and vision patients with information regarding appointments and services and ensure prompt collection of fees at the time of service.

JOB DUTIES:

•Answer the telephone during clinic hours, provide information, and/or take messages as appropriate.

•Schedule and confirm appointments; assure patient flow is moving at the required pace. Able to identify patient needs to ensure appropriate scheduling of appointments.

•Schedule clinic visits by the procedure according to the established schedule for each provider. Accurately register each patient in the EMR for the clinic visit, using a thorough interview technique. Assure all patient demographic and insurance information is current and complete for billing. Obtain patient consent for treatment. Ensure all compliance requirements are met. Assist patient with EMR when applicable. Obtain patient signature on any ABN’s by SCHS’s prior authorization dept.

•Maintain full understanding and follow SCHS and applicable HIPAA regulations. Maintain constant awareness of patient confidentiality in all scenarios. Uphold and conform to all regulations without exception.

•Complete assigned daily duties in a timely manner.

•At least 24 hours prior to patient appointment, ensure the pre-visit process is followed.

•Greet patients and update registration information at the time of visit; assist new patients when necessary in completing registration forms.

•Perform cash collections at the time of service, consistent with financial counseling procedures, SCHS’s credit and collection policy, and any other financial directives. Utilize software for payment and receipt. Handle money competently and securely.

•Assist patients with billing questions to the best of your knowledge and direct any additional questions to the billing department.

•Assign established charges to provider activities; total account balances and collect payments for services rendered at time of visit. (applicable at dental clinic)

•Verify insurance information prior to the visit and upon registration/check-in; identify opportunities when a patient may benefit from meeting with enabling services (Patient Advocate); dental clinic PCR’s must also assure charge sheet information is complete before turning over to the billing clerk.

•Serve and participate as requested in staff meetings, continuous quality improvement, and other process development opportunities within the organization.

•Ensure that the front office area is kept clean and orderly.

•Assist with any interpreting, if needed.

•Assist with other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

•Confidence, professional judgment, and grace under pressure.

•Works well both independently and as part of a team.

•Exceptional customer service and communication skills.

•Flexibility--nimble in response to an evolving workload.

•Ability to exhibit good rapport with clients of varying ethnic backgrounds and socio-economic status.

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks without feeling overwhelmed.

•Excellent time management and organizational skills.

•Attention to detail.

•Commitment to the SCHS mission and staff values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•Training as a receptionist and experience in scheduling clinical appointments.

•Epic software experience preferred.

•High school or equivalent (Required)

•Good computer skills.

•Bilingual is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Great Employee Benefits:

•Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

•Maternity and Parental Leave

•Company-paid Short-Term Disability -up to 8 weeks

•401(k) savings plan

•Life Insurance at no cost to our employees

•Generous PTO

Schedule:

•Monday to Friday

TO APPLY:
Send resume to zoe.villegas@southsidechs.org

Medical Assistant

Full Time

$23-26/hourly

JOB TITLE: Medical Assistant

REPORTS TO: Lead Medical Assistant or Nurse

STATUS: Non-exempt (hourly)

LOCATION: Medical Clinic

SCHS is a 90-100 employee, full-service, non-profit healthcare clinic serving the needs of the South Minneapolis community. Come make a difference in the lives of people every day while helping us achieve our mission: To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional care, removing barriers, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

ROLE: This individual is responsible for assisting medical providers with patient care and performing laboratory functions.

JOB DUTIES:

•Prepare patients for examination, record vital signs, age, race, current complaint, medications, aller¬gies, and immuniza¬tions for pediatric clients.

•Prepare for next-day visits through the pre-vision planning process.

•Assist providers with patient exams, treatment, and minor surgery.

•Administer certain medications, injections and immunizations under the supervision of the Medical Provider or RN.

•Explain the nature of diagnostic tests and/or treatment to the patient at the medical providers' request; instruct patients regarding preparation for tests ordered by the provider.

•Obtain the patient's signature on consent forms or permission to perform in-office procedures.

•Assist in the collecting specimens and preparing them for trans¬portation to the laboratory or perform simple routine laboratory procedures as appropriate.

•Maintain laboratory log book; record each patient's lab test(s) and results; send lab results report cards to pa¬tients in a timely manner; note abnormal lab test results and ensure provider follow-up.

•Restock exam rooms with supplies daily; monitor and maintain invento¬ry of medical, laboratory and laundry supplies as needed; dis¬pose of contami¬nated and disposable items.

•Be knowledgeable of family planning information to provide in¬struction to patients as requested by nurse.

•Attend and participate in staff meetings and committees.

•Other duties and responsibilities as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

•Confidence, professional judgment, and grace under pressure.

•Works well both independently and as part of a team.

•Good verbal and written communication skills.

•Flexibility--nimble in response to an evolving workload.

•Ability to exhibit good rapport with clients of varying ethnic backgrounds and socio-economic status.

•Excellent time management and organizational skills.

•Attention to detail.

•Able to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.

•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.

•Commitment to the SCHS mission and staff values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program; CMA certification preferred but not required.

•At least one year of related experience.

•Bilingual is a plus.

Great Employee Benefits:

*National Health Service Corps loan repayment option

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

• Maternity and Parental Leave

• Company-paid Short-Term Disability -up to 8 weeks

• 401(k) savings plan

• Life Insurance at no cost to our employees

• Generous PTO

TO APPLY:
Send resume to zoe.villegas@southsidechs.org

Behavioral Health Director

Full Time

$88,000/annually

JOB TITLE: Behavioral Health Director

REPORTS TO: Medical Director

STATUS: Exempt (salaried)

LOCATION: Medical Clinic

SCHS is a 90-100 employee, full-service, non-profit healthcare clinic serving the needs of the South Minneapolis community. Come make a difference in the lives of people every day while helping us achieve our mission: To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional care, removing barriers, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

ROLE: The Behavioral Health Director oversees the treatment of patients with emotional, mental, or psychological disorders. Manages and directs the activities of the behavioral health services department. He/she is responsible for overseeing and developing the Clinical department, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, and scheduling. Develops, plans, and implements strategies for program continuation and growth.

JOB DUTIES:

•Supervise and oversee all aspects of the clinical department, demonstrated by setting departmental goals and objectives. Evaluate existing contract compliance, monitoring, and reporting to ensure all goals are being met.

•Hiring, supervision, evaluation, scheduling, promotion, and corrective action of department personnel.

•Develop, plan, and implement strategies to manage program growth and ensure self-funding and sustainability of the program. Regularly review and recommend changes in program services to meet client needs with particular emphasis on services for underserved populations, oversight of program evaluation, and quality assurance functions for the department, including assessment of applicable legal and professional requirements and monitoring client treatment plans.

•Ensure contract compliance for department personnel. Initiate, implement, and monitor compliance with evidence-based practices to maintain complete, accurate, timely records.

•Work with other members of the management team to ensure successful communication and coordination between all SCHS programs and participate in strategic planning.

• Professionally represent SCHS.

•Create, train, and implement BH department policies and procedures.

•Understand and follow all policies and procedures of SCHS.

•Attend and participate in staff meetings and committees.

•Assist with other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

•Confidence, professional judgment, and grace under pressure

•Strong managerial, team-building, critical thinking and decision-making skills are required.

•High level of clinical knowledge for understanding what patients with depression, anxiety, addiction, bipolar, schizophrenia, or other disorders need from their treatment.

•Works well both independently and as part of a team.

•Compassionate, sympathetic, and ethical leadership.

•Commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

•Strong written and oral communication skills.

•Ability to exhibit good rapport with clients of varying ethnic backgrounds and socio-economic status.

•Excellent time management and organizational skills.

•Attention to detail.

•Commitment to the SCHS mission and staff values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•Three to five years of progressively responsible non-profit program management experience and staff supervision.

•Proven experience understanding and demonstrated ability to generate revenues for clinical services.

•Experience and confidence in identifying and implementing evidence-based practices.

•Experience working in a crisis setting with individuals and families.

•Fully licensed in Social Work (LICSW), Psychology (Ph.D. or PsyD), Counseling (LPCC), or Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT).

•Proficient in PC skills, including MS Office and EPIC software.

•Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Benefits:

*National Health Service Corps loan repayment option

Great Employee Benefits:

•Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

•Maternity and Parental Leave

•Company-paid Short-Term Disability -up to 8 weeks

•401(k) savings plan

•Life Insurance at no cost to our employees

•Generous PTO

•Continued Education Reimbursement

TO APPLY:
Send resume to zoe.villegas@southsidechs.org

Dental Hygienist

Full Time

Hourly

Join our organization whose mission is improving lives, transforming communities and achieving health equity for everyone. People’s Center Clinics & Services (PCCS) is a Federally Qualified Health Center located in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota. We are physicians, dentists, nurses, social workers, care coordinators and other healthcare and administrative staff, and serve nearly 10,000 patients every year through medical, dental, and behavioral services.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Health, Dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plan with company contribution

• 4 weeks of paid time off

• 8 annual holidays

• Company paid life insurance benefit

• Company-paid Short -Term and Long-Term Disability benefits

People's Center Clinics & Services is a nationally recognized community health center delivering high-quality, affordable, and culturally relevant healthcare since 1970. We offer a full range of integrated primary care, behavioral health, and oral health services. You can schedule an appointment that suits your schedule or walk-in to our clinics and be seen the same day when needed. All people are welcome here without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, financial status or ability to pay. For more information go to https://www.peoples-center.org/

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Dentist, performs clinical dental hygiene and related services, off-site outreach programs and other related work as assigned by the Dentist and/or Chief Operating Officer (COO).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of an accredited dental hygiene course, RDH license, and Dental Hygiene licensure in Minnesota.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Good clinical skills in adult and child prophylaxis, management of Class I and II periodontal patients and diagnostic x-rays.

Ability to recognize pathology and perform charting and preliminary exams. Skill in patient dental health education and oral hygiene instruction. Ability to establish and manage efficient scheduling.

Ability to effectively communicate with people of cultural and socioeconomic diversity.

Ability to interact positively with staff. Ability to keep current with developments in dentistry.

Bilingual preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs dental cleanings including scaling, polishing, and root planning.

Screens patients for medical conditions, oral pathology and periodontal disease.

Exposes clinically diagnostic x-rays.

Gives oral hygiene instructions to patients.

Completes relevant forms in dental charts.

Polishes restorations, places temporary restorations and dental sealants.

Follows sterilization protocols.

Maintains performance standards and assists in quality assurance.

Performs dental outreach activities.

Assists Dentist in administrative duties as assigned.

AA/EOE

Behavioral Health Consultant

Full Time

$39.00/hour

Job description

SCHS is a 90-100 employee, full-service, non-profit healthcare clinic serving the needs of the South Minneapolis community. Come make a difference in the lives of people every day while helping us achieve our mission: To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional care, removing barriers, and promoting healthy lifestyles. Proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 is required.

ROLE: The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) provides on-site therapeutic services to all ages. The BHC will also act as Behavioral Health Therapist for a few hours each week.

JOB DUTIES:

Work closely with all members of the healthcare team in development of a plan of treatment.

Provide short term, targeted intervention to medical patients.

Facilitate individual, couples and family sessions in outpatient setting.

Develop treatment plan for patients.

Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of referral resources throughout the service area.

Maintain accurate and timely records, including clinical progress notes, according to clinic policy.

Provide positive customer relations in dealing with patients, families, physicians, members of the healthcare team, referral sources, service agencies and others.

Attend and participate in monthly clinical consultation meetings.

Attend and participate in staff meetings and committees.

Consult with Behavioral Health Director when necessary and appropriate.

Assist with other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

· Confidence, professional judgment, and emotional resilience and stability.

· Works well both independently and as part of a team.

· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to exhibit good rapport with clients of varying behavioral issues, ethnic backgrounds and socio-economic status.

· Excellent time management and organizational skills.

· Attention to detail.

· Commitment to the SCHS mission and staff values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Graduate degree in Social Work or related field.

· Licensed in discipline by appropriate state board.

· Maintain licensure as required by the state.

· Possess a strong community health/public health orientation.

· Experience in community clinics preferred.

· Ability to handle abusive behaviors from patients and/or visitors.

· Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $39.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

TO APPLY:

Send resume to zoe.villegas@southsidechs.org

Medical Assistant

Full Time

https://neighborhoodhealthsource.org/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Provides health care support services for all patients (adult and pediatric) as established by clinic

protocols and community practice standards

 Actively manages quality initiatives in collaboration with provider and Quality staff. Maintains

quality assurance logs

 Screens and prepares patients for exams according to vital sign screening guidelines

 Assists with exams and minor procedures

 Draws lab specimens

 Follows up on lab specimens (calling for results, documentation of results and follow-up directed

by medical staff)

 Keeps exam rooms supplied and clean

 Cleans and autoclaves instruments

 Performs EKG’s as ordered by physician

 Administers injections and medications under the direction of a provider

 Operates and maintains clinic lab in absence of lab tech

 Makes appointments with appropriate provider

 Files and maintains provider "in/out boxes"

CORE REQUIREMENTS:

 Works collaboratively and respectfully with staff and others—individually and as part of a team—

to achieve optimal efficiency, outcomes and morale

 Interacts in a culturally competent manner with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds,

including but not limited to: socio-economics, race and ethnicity, nationality and religion, both inclinic and in the community

 Maintains excellent and punctual attendance

 Attends and actively participates in staff and departmental meetings

 Attends agency functions and meetings as relevant or required

 Works at any or all NHS clinics, as needed

 Uses computer daily including e-mail, word documents, spreadsheets, patient management

system, electronic health record, and patient portal, as needed to carry out essential job functions

 Maintains any required licensure/certification

 Demonstrates commitment to agency mission and goals

 Abides by corporate compliance program, HIPAA regulations and other agency policies and

procedures

 Participates daily in pre-visit planning and huddles (RN, Provider, Medical Assistant, Front Desk)

 Utilizes Patient Portal to access patient information and communicate with patients, as relevant

 Plans, organizes, and multitasks

 Speaks, understands, reads and writes English sufficiently to carry out all essential duties

 Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

 High school diploma or equivalent

 Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

 Minimum one year experience working as a Medical Assistant

 Fluency in Spanish and English a plus (oral and written)

Dental Hygienist

Full Time

$30.85 - $50.00/hour

SCHS is a 90-100 employee, full-service, non-profit healthcare clinic serving the needs of the South Minneapolis community. Come make a difference in the lives of people every day while helping us achieve our mission: To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional care, removing barriers, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

ROLE: This position exists to provide dental hygiene / prophylaxis and oral health education to dental clinic patients.

JOB DUTIES:

-Prepare treatment room and maintain cleanliness for patient following all prescribed

procedures and protocols.

-Prepare patient for treatment, seats patient and answers patient questions.

-Review patient’s medical history every visit and take blood pressure as needed, document in

patient's chart any changes and review those medical changes with patient and dentist.

-Take necessary x-rays as ordered by supervising dentist. Clearly document in patient's chart

the type (i.e. bitewing, periapical, etc.) and number of films taken (including retakes).

-Perform full mouth debridement, root planning and scaling to remove calculus and plaque

deposits from the patient’s teeth as indicated by examining dentist’s treatment plan.

-Perform initial and periodic charting of the oral cavity; not limited to but including, chief

complaint, level of patient's oral hygiene, degree of calculus and plaque, bone loss, and

existing restorations.

-Perform full mouth periodontal probing with evaluation of periodontium and dental charting

at the initial visit hygiene and each recall visit.

-Perform screening procedures including assessment of oral health conditions, oral cancer

screening, and head and neck evaluation.

-Complete dental prophylaxis including scaling and polishing as needed for adult and child

patients.

-Provide dental education to patients, including individualized oral hygiene instruction for

proper brushing and flossing and nutritive counseling.

-Enter treatment notes into patient’s dental chart clearly stating procedure performed at

each visit and recall interval as communicated to the patient.

-Fill out prior authorizations, referral, and transfer, and nursing home paperwork as needed.

-Apply preventative materials as prescribed by the treating dentist, including Fluoride varnish

and pit and fissure sealants.

-Follow procedures to maintain infection control following universal and standard

precautions.

-Make recommendations regarding equipment and supply needs, monitor inventory of

supplies and order when needed. Help with routine maintenance of equipment.

-Attend and participate in staff meetings and committees.

-Perform sharpening and sterilization of instruments following infection control protocols,

maintain hygiene armamentarium.

-Perform daily, weekly, monthly maintenance chores as assigned and document in log

sheets.

-Maintain licensure and take continuing education courses and CPR training as mandated by

the MN Board of Dentistry.

-Assist with other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

-Works well both independently and as part of a team.

-Exceptional communication skills.

-Flexibility--nimble in response to an evolving workload.

-Ability to exhibit good rapport with clients of varying ethnic backgrounds and socio-

economic status.

-Excellent time management and organizational skills.

-Systematic approach to tasks that ensures consistent output quality.

-Attention to detail.

-Commitment to the SCHS mission and staff values.

-Assist with other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

-Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene.

-Registered Dental Hygienist—current active Minnesota State Dental Hygiene License

required.

-Two years of experience is highly recommended.

TO APPLY:
Send resume to zoe.villegas@southsidechs.org

Family Practice Physician (MD) (Part-time)

Part Time

Introduction

United Family Medicine (UFM) is a Federally-Qualified Health Center in St. Paul, where patients receive community-based Family Practice medical care in addition to mental health, dentistry, social work and other integrated services. When joining UFM, you become part of a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming team who are dedicated to serving our patients and pursuing our mission to deliver excellent healthcare for all and training for the providers of tomorrow.

Beginning January 4, 2022, all job offers are conditioned on the candidate being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a vaccine authorized for emergency use or FDA-approved. A person is only considered “fully vaccinated” two weeks after receiving a single J&J vaccine or a second Pfizer or Moderna vaccine shot.

In addition, job offers made during flu season are conditioned on the candidate receiving the annual flu vaccination before their start date.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Family Practice Physician (MD) will provide comprehensive primary care medical services for the patients of UFM within the scope of licensing, training and credentialing. The physician will work closely with advanced practitioners and medical support staff to provide quality patient care. He or she will implement and maintain the highest standards of professional medical care for the patients at UFM.

*This position will need to be flexible to work evening and weekends on a rotation with the rest of the provider group.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide 5 sessions (20 hours) a week of patient care in the clinic through a combination of in-person visits and telemedicine visits.

• Provide primary medical care to patients throughout their life states while emphasizing wellness, chronic disease management, illness prevention and care of acute illnesses. Opportunities for those wanting to provide prenatal care preferred. No delivery obligations.

• Keep informed of medical developments, drugs, treatments and medications promoting health educations

• Participate in department and organizational meetings, committees and training programs

• Develop and maintain a panel of patients as a clinical primary care provider

• Deliver outstanding primary care in a culturally sensitive and linguistically competent manner to a diverse patient population

• Participate, as needed, in the recruiting and onboarding of new medical providers

• Perform primary care duties in integration/coordination of other services provided by UFM in regard to clinical care (i.e. Mental Health, Dental, 340b drug program, Healthcare Home program, community outreach etc.

• Understand and implement the achievement of productivity standards and goals to achieve organizational sustainability and growth in keeping with national FQHC standards.

• Address clinical issues with regard to patient satisfaction; in collaboration with the operations team, assure that the electronic record processes are supportive to patient care. Ensure that imputed data is appropriate for timely and effective patient care through review and monitoring.

• Prepare clinical reports and correspondence concerning patients under his/her care or projects under her/his responsibility to governing bodies, physicians, hospitals, and other individuals and facilities.

• Ensure adherence to basic medical requirements for Federally Qualified Clinics, OSHA, Infection Control, Joint Commission and other governmental/non-governmental regulatory and accrediting agencies as needed by UFM.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Interface clinical and administrative decision-making processes to achieve UFM patient centered goals and objectives, using advanced problem solving, negotiation and decision-making skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in determining solutions to challenges and barriers.

• Ability to self-direct, and provide quality patient care within scheduling parameters

• Ability to establish rapport and gain the confidence of others on the health care team.

• Demonstrate highest-level medical, administrative and ethical practices toward the achievement of UFM priorities as a Federally Qualified Health Care Center.

• Ability to manage clinical and administrative performance toward priority goals and objectives.

• Interface clinic and administrative activities toward patient centered care and delivery.

• Ability to perform the job in accordance with United Family Medicine’s Standards of Business Conduct, which includes compliance, ethics and integrity, confidentiality, protection of assets and avoidance of conflicts of interest and inappropriate business relationships.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of accredited Medical School is required.

• Successful completion of residency program in family practice is required.

• Three (3) years patient care experience following medical school is strongly preferred.

• Medical experience in an outpatient family medicine clinic including pediatrics, obstetrical/gynecological, medical care and non-emergency care is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Board certified in family practice is required.

• A permanent current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Minnesota is required.

• Current unrestricted DEA license is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the provider is regularly required to sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The provider must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

UFM is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications should be sent to lbaskakova@unitedfamilymedicine.org

• Dental
• Behavioral Health
• Nurse
• Physician
• NP

Family Practice Physician (MD)

Full Time

Introduction

United Family Medicine (UFM) is a Federally-Qualified Health Center in St. Paul, where patients receive community-based Family Practice medical care in addition to mental health, dentistry, social work and other integrated services. When joining UFM, you become part of a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming team who are dedicated to serving our patients and pursuing our mission to deliver excellent healthcare for all and training for the providers of tomorrow.

Beginning January 4, 2022, all job offers are conditioned on the candidate being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a vaccine authorized for emergency use or FDA-approved. A person is only considered “fully vaccinated” two weeks after receiving a single J&J vaccine or a second Pfizer or Moderna vaccine shot.

In addition, job offers made during flu season are conditioned on the candidate receiving the annual flu vaccination before their start date.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Family Practice Physician (MD) will provide comprehensive primary care medical services for the patients of UFM within the scope of licensing, training and credentialing. The physician will work closely with advanced practitioners and medical support staff to provide quality patient care. He or she will implement and maintain the highest standards of professional medical care for the patients at UFM.

*This position will need to be flexible to work evening and weekends on a rotation with the rest of the provider group.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide 8 sessions (32 hours) a week of patient care in the clinic through a combination of in-person visits and telemedicine visits for 1.0 FTE. The clinic wants to maintain a high degree of accessibility to patients including nights and weekends. Providers are to expect consistency in their schedule and any changes will be communicated with reasonable notice. If you are working a shift above and beyond your FTE to help UFM with unmet need, you will be reimbursed at a rate of as detailed in the contract.

• The clinic provides 8 hours of administrative time to address patient care for 1.0 FTE. Available days for administration are based on current need in the clinic and distributed by seniority. There is opportunity to change if a senior provider leaves or providers arrange for a swap. See admin policy for further details.

• Provide primary medical care to patients throughout their life states while emphasizing wellness, chronic disease management, illness prevention and care of acute illnesses. Opportunities for those wanting to provide prenatal care preferred. No delivery obligations.

• Keep informed of medical developments, drugs, treatments and medications promoting health educations

• Participate in department and organizational meetings, committees and training programs

• Develop and maintain a panel of patients as a clinical primary care provider

• Deliver outstanding primary care in a culturally sensitive and linguistically competent manner to a diverse patient population

• Participate, as needed, in the recruiting and onboarding of new medical providers

• Perform primary care duties in integration/coordination of other services provided by UFM in regard to clinical care (i.e. Mental Health, Dental, 340b drug program, Healthcare Home program, community outreach etc.

• Understand and implement the achievement of productivity standards and goals to achieve organizational sustainability and growth in keeping with national FQHC standards.

• Address clinical issues with regard to patient satisfaction; in collaboration with the operations team, assure that the electronic record processes are supportive to patient care. Ensure that imputed data is appropriate for timely and effective patient care through review and monitoring.

• Prepare clinical reports and correspondence concerning patients under his/her care or projects under her/his responsibility to governing bodies, physicians, hospitals, and other individuals and facilities.

• Ensure adherence to basic medical requirements for Federally Qualified Clinics, OSHA, Infection Control, Joint Commission and other governmental/non-governmental regulatory and accrediting agencies as needed by UFM.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Interface clinical and administrative decision-making processes to achieve UFM patient centered goals and objectives, using advanced problem solving, negotiation and decision-making skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in determining solutions to challenges and barriers.

• Ability to self-direct, and provide quality patient care within scheduling parameters

• Ability to establish rapport and gain the confidence of others on the health care team.

• Demonstrate highest-level medical, administrative and ethical practices toward the achievement of UFM priorities as a Federally Qualified Health Care Center.

• Ability to manage clinical and administrative performance toward priority goals and objectives.

• Interface clinic and administrative activities toward patient centered care and delivery.

• Ability to perform the job in accordance with United Family Medicine’s Standards of Business Conduct, which includes compliance, ethics and integrity, confidentiality, protection of assets and avoidance of conflicts of interest and inappropriate business relationships.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of accredited Medical School is required.

• Successful completion of residency program in family practice is required.

• Three (3) years patient care experience following medical school is strongly preferred.

• Medical experience in an outpatient family medicine clinic including pediatrics, obstetrical/gynecological, medical care and non-emergency care is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Board certified in family practice is required.

• A permanent current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Minnesota is required.

• Current unrestricted DEA license is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the provider is regularly required to sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The provider must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

UFM is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications should be sent to lbaskakova@unitedfamilymedicine.org

• Dental
• Behavioral Health
• Nurse
• Physician
• NP

Behavioral Health Therapist

Full Time

Job Title: Behavioral Health Therapist

Department: Outpatient Behavioral Health

Reports to: Outpatient Behavioral Health Program Manager

Classification: Exempt Full Time

Job Summary: NACC’s mission is to promote the health & wellness of mind, body, and spirit of Native American families. We offer a full range of healthcare services that include Medical, Behavioral Health, Dental, and Substance Abuse. The Behavioral Health Therapist provides psychotherapy and assessment services as an essential member of our Behavioral Health team.

NACC is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) approved site: https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loan-repayment/nhsc-loan-repayment-program.

Why Choose to be a Behavioral Health Therapist at NACC?

A fun, supportive work environment that keeps work/life balance a priority

A hybrid in-person and work from home schedule

Free supervision toward LICSW and LPCC licensure

Generous benefits package, including paid CEUs and licensure fees

Ample PTO in addition to 11 paid holidays

NO evening or weekend work requirements and NO productivity model

The opportunity to develop excellent clinical skills tailored to your areas of interest

The opportunity to work to reduce health disparities and provide culturally informed services while developing meaningful community relationships

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or experience: Master's Degree (MA) or equivalent, or four to ten years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, licenses and registrations required: Current Licensed Mental Health Professional (LICSW, LMFT, LP, LPCC) in MN or unlicensed providers with relevant experience who are accumulating hours for LICSW or LPCC licensure.

COMPETENCIES:

Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT:

Frequently required to stand, walk or sit

Occasionally required to utilize hand and finger dexterity

Frequently required to talk or hear

While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 10 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include:Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Benefits:

MEDICAL (HSA w/employer con tributions; Traditional Buy-Up plan)

Dental (Delta)

401K with company match

STD

LTD

Supplemental Life

Optional coverages: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Whole Life, Accident Insurances

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Dental
• Behavioral Health
• Nurse
• Physician
• NP

Physician

Full Time

https://neighborhoodhealthsource.org/

Neighborhood HealthSource (NHS) seeks a primary care physician to work full-time (32 hours/week) to provide the full scope of family medicine: health maintenance, acute episodic care, long-term care of chronic illness, and patient education.  The Provider will practice primarily at Central Clinic in NE Minneapolis.  The ideal candidate has excellent primary care medicine skills with all ages and experience/interest in working in a community-based setting.

Group History& Description

NHS is a Federally Qualified Health Center that has provided basic health care to low-income and uninsured people in North and Northeast Minneapolis for over 50 years. At our four clinic sites located in the neighborhoods of North & Northeast Minneapolis and Coon Rapids, MN, we serve about 8,000 people yearly making 20,000 clinic visits.  NHS offers a friendly, diverse work environment. 

Clinic Hours

We are open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with extended hours until 7 or 8 pm on a weekly basis coming shortly.

Geographic and Patient Community

North and Northeast Minneapolis are culturally diverse neighborhoods with a concentration of low-income and uninsured individuals.  Many of our patients are African-American, Latino and other minorities, including immigrants from Southeast Asia and east and west Africa.  We use language interpreters and offer a sliding fee scale for our uninsured patients to ensure access to health care services.  Our Minneapolis clinics are located on bus lines and with easy access to I-94 and 35W.  Our Coon Rapids location serves many pediatric patients but also sees the full range of patients and backgrounds.

Provider Schedules

For full-time providers, the work week is based on four days, with eight hours per day of scheduled patient time.  There is no inpatient practice.  Office call is shared and limited in scope.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is competitive with other local community health centers and is negotiable depending upon qualifications.  We offer a generous benefit package, including health and dental, malpractice, disability and life insurance. We also offer FSA and 403-B retirement plans as well as supplemental life insurance.  NHS provides some reimbursement for continuing education, professional fees and memberships and recertification.  Paid time off (including vacation and personal time) begins at four weeks for full-time staff. 

Federal Loan Repayment

All NHS Clinics are National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program eligible sites.  Our HPSA (Shortage Area Designations) meet the federal score threshold for maximum loan repayment.

For More Information:

Please visit our website at www.neighborhoodhealthsource.org.

You may reach us directly at hr@neighborhoodhealthsource.org.

ARMHS Worker (Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services)

Full-time

$40,000 - 53,000 UDS/Year

http://cuhcc.umn.edu/

This position is one of 7 positions which provide “Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS).”  This service or function is defined in State Statute as providing skill building, education and training to people experiencing serious mental illness (adults with SMI) which are rehabilitative and enable the recipient to develop and enhance psychiatric stability, social competencies, personal and emotional adjustment, independent living, parenting skills, and community skills, when these abilities are impaired by the symptoms of mental illness. The clinic is certified by the State of Minnesota to provide these services to eligible participants. The scope of the work and the requirements for supervision of the work is found in MN Statute and in the MN Health Care Provider Manual published by the Department of Human Services.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
This position reports to the ARMHS Program Manager who is a licensed mental health professional.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PERCENTAGE FOR EACH FUNCTION
1. Provide ARMHS services to adults with mental illness in their home, at CUHCC or in other community settings that focus on basic living, social skills training and community intervention. (100%)

a. Provide culturally competent ARMHS services utilizing Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) intervention protocols and other evidenced based practices that promote recovery from illness and improved functioning.   
b. Prepare and complete mandated documentation within prescribed timelines including intake assessments, functional assessments, individual treatment plans, progress notes, safety assessments and periodic evaluation. 
c. Assist the client in arranging crisis assessment, intervention and stabilization services, when needed.
d. Coordinate services with the client’s other mental health service providers, such as a case manager, upon consent of the client. 
e. Develop treatment plans and goals with the client seeking services.  Assess functioning impairments and strengths through the functional assessment tool. 
f. Offer individual and group interventions and meet weekly client encounter targets. 
g. Participate in clinical and administrative supervision of cases through individual supervision, and participation in weekly team meetings, trainings and field evaluation of care. 
h. Meet mandated annual requirements for ongoing mental health training.
i. Arrange for the recipient to access psychiatry and/or medical care as outlined in their service plan, including assistance with transportation.   May act as interpreter for psychiatry, medical or other mental health outpatient clinic service visits.
 

QUALIFICATIONS
All required qualifications must be documented in application materials. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Mental health practitioners providing services for the treatment of mental illness, who are not eligible for enrollment, must be under clinical supervision of a mental health professional

Must be qualified in at least one of the following ways:
A. BA/BS in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields including but not limited to social work, psychology, or nursing from an accredited college or university AND: At least 2,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to persons with mental illness OR is fluent in the non-English language group of the ethnic groups CUHCC serves.
B. has at least 6,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to persons with mental illness
C. is a graduate student in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields and is formally assigned by an accredited college or university to an agency or facility for clinical training or
D. holds a master’s or other graduate degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university and has less than 4,000 hours’ post-master’s experience in the treatment of mental illness.

2. A valid Minnesota driver’s license and access to a vehicle with insurance coverage to make home and agency visits and transport clients as needed.

In addition to the above criteria CUHCC requires:

• Fluency in written and spoken English

• Proven technical writing skills to meet Medicaid documentation requirements 

• Ability to utilize and complete all documentation processes in an electronic billing and health record format 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with clients with mental illness

• Experience working in a community mental health clinic

• Experience providing community services (i.e. case management)

• Language proficiency in one of CUHCC’s dominant languages (written and spoken) Somali, Hmong, or Spanish or other minority cultural groups- Lao, Vietnamese, or Mandarin

• BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply
  

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
CUHCC serves nearly 11,000 patients a year through over 55,000 visits annually. The patient population comes from over 12 different racial and ethnic groups that span five continents. CUHCC’s mission is to seek health equity in our community by advancing the well-being of diverse people. Candidates must be able to adapt behaviors to others’ styles; interact with people who have different values, cultures, or backgrounds; be of service to difficult people; optimize the benefits of having a diverse workforce.

Teamwork is an essential skill to promote synergy within the organization. Candidates must be able to share due credit with coworkers; display enthusiasm and promote a friendly group working environment; work closely with other departments as necessary; support group decisions and solicit opinions from coworkers; display team spirit.

Candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with customers or clients; listen well.

Staff is expected to demonstrate a high level of service delivery; do what is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction; deal with service failures and prioritize customer needs.

BENEFITS
Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off

• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship

• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

• University HSA contributions

• Disability and employer-paid life insurance

• Employee wellbeing program

• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity

• Financial counseling services 

• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

• Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.