Dental Assistant

Full Time

Annual

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

• 10 annual holidays

• Company paid life insurance benefit

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

• National Health Service Corps loan forgiveness approved site

• Company paid continuing education dollars and days

• License and certification expense reimbursement

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

The Dental Assistant assures high-quality customer/patient service, quality dental care, clinical/administrative systems support, and positive, efficient work environment in the PCCS dental clinics. Position is responsible for assisting the dentist(s), dental hygienist(s) and dental therapist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients of the center. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies as well as keeping work areas clean.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Improve patient outcomes, and deliver quality care within practice areas as assigned. Ensure all services are delivered in a manner that meets or exceeds goals and expectations for clinical outcomes, quality assurance standards, and patient satisfaction.

· Ensures timely and accurate collection of patient data, and makes observations on assigned patients to provide supportive data in the patient assessment.

· Ensure all patient charts and related documentation are maintained current and relevant at all time.

· Ensure all lab practices are conducted consistent within current, relevant standards, as well as state and local laws and regulations, patient centered medial home model and related professional standards.

· Demonstrate competency in practice and knowledge of current standards of practice. Maintains credentials and performs current lab practice expectations within established guidelines.

· Provides care in a manner that respects the patient’s rights and choices in a multi-cultural setting.

· Develops and maintains favorable internal relationships, partnerships with co-workers, including dental hygienist and assistant staff, dentists, and support staff and business office staff.

· Develops and maintains favorable external relationships with vendors and contractors.

· Ensure all actions, job performance, personal conduct and communications model the highest standards of positive professionalism through unconditional positive regard for CRPC patients, clients, and personnel.

· Uphold and ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures as well as the overall mission and values of the organization.

· Serves as dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapist’s chair-side assistant.

· Ability to make future patient appointments or referrals

· Prepares operatory for patient treatment as the dentist’s or dental therapist’s directions.

· Abide by policy and procedure of the PCCS in-conjunction with OSHA regulations

· Digital Radiography in accordance with state regulations and law as well as Dental Clinic protocol.

· Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist.

· Maintains dental equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s directions and Dental Clinic policy.

· Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list of individual item shortages for inventory control and ordering purposes.

· Maintains a list of all Dental Department patients, monitors patient flow, and assists the dentists, dental therapists, and dental hygienists in assuring that all patient records and documents are properly and accurately completed and filed.

· Receives and places necessary telephone calls consistent with professional matters, clinic business and patient care.

· Assists with various clinical and administrative functions of the clinic as appropriate and time permits.

· Insures the sterility of all reusable dental instruments and equipment in accordance with clinic protocol.

· Insures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with Clinic policy as well as state and federal regulation(s).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of dental assisting techniques and procedures for general dentistry.

Knowledge of modern dental materials, their storage, handling and applications is required.

Cognizant of the expectations and concerns of the clinic’s dental patients and able to respond in an empathetic and professional manner.

The ability to work with persons from a wide diversity of social, ethnic and economic backgrounds is necessary.

Ability to attend to multiple tasks at the same time and to prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols.

Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required.

Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

A commitment to diversity and to working with people and communities of color

Demonstrate a high level of skill at building relationships and customer service.

Knowledge and competency in the lab services and associated charting requirements.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to utilize computers for data entry and information retrieval.

Basic knowledge of dental emergencies.

Know how to take patient’s vital signs.

Education/Certification

· High school diploma or GED certificate

· Completion of accredited course in dental assisting

· One to two years’ experience in a clinic/medical setting

· Certified Dental Assistant

· Current CPR

AA/EOE

Physician Assistant

Full Time

Annual

Cedar Riverside Peoples Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is pleased to invite qualified medical providers to apply for this open Physicians Assistant role. People's Center is a nationally recognized non-profit community health center serving vibrant communities in the Twin Cities. Our clinics located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood and Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis are dedicated to delivering high-level and affordable healthcare services.

Position Summary

The Physicians Assistant (PA) functions collaboratively within the medical provider team to coordinate the patient care needs of the patients they see. Will provide a safe, accessible and responsive service to our patient population.

Main Responsibilities

Providing primary care to patients

Performing examinations, including physical exams and patient observations

Setting up and monitoring medical equipment

Ordering and administering diagnostic tests

Communicating test results to patients and their families

Recording patient medical histories

Operating and maintaining medical equipment

Qualifications

Master's Degree

Licensed by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice (BMP)

Nationally Certified

BLS Certified

DEA Licensure

Benefits

We offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), national health services corps loan repayment. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, education assistance, and more.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of credentialing including background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

People's Center Clinics & Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Nurse Practitioner

Full Time

Annual

Cedar Riverside Peoples Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is pleased to invite qualified medical providers to apply for this open Nurse Practitioner role. People's Center is a nationally recognized non-profit community health center serving vibrant communities in the Twin Cities. Our clinics located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood and Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis are dedicated to delivering high-level and affordable healthcare services.

Position Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) functions collaboratively within the medical provider team to coordinate the patient care needs of the patients they see. Will provide a safe, accessible and responsive service to our patient population.

Main Responsibilities

Providing primary care to patients

Performing examinations, including physical exams and patient observations

Setting up and monitoring medical equipment

Ordering and administering diagnostic tests

Communicating test results to patients and their families

Recording patient medical histories

Operating and maintaining medical equipment

Qualifications

Master's in Nursing/Doctorate of Nursing Practice

Licensed by the Minnesota Board of Nursing

Nationally Certified

BLS Certified

DEA Licensure

Benefits

We offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), national health services corps loan repayment. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, education assistance, and more.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of credentialing including background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

People's Center Clinics & Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Family Practice Physician

Full Time

Annual

Cedar Riverside Peoples Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is pleased to invite qualified medical providers to apply for this open Family Practice Physician role. People's Center is a nationally recognized non-profit community health center serving vibrant communities in the Twin Cities. Our clinics located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood and Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis are dedicated to delivering high-level and affordable healthcare services.

Position Summary

The Family Practice Physician functions collaboratively within the medical provider team to coordinate the patient care needs of the patients they see. Will provide a safe, accessible and responsive service to our patient population.

Main Responsibilities

Providing primary care to patients

Performing examinations, including physical exams and patient observations

Setting up and monitoring medical equipment

Ordering and administering diagnostic tests

Communicating test results to patients and their families

Recording patient medical histories

Operating and maintaining medical equipment

Qualifications

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) or a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) designations

Licensed by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice (BMP)

Nationally Certified

BLS Certified

DEA Licensure

Benefits

We offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), national health services corps loan repayment. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, education assistance, and more.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of credentialing including background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

People's Center Clinics & Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Full Time

Annual

Cedar Riverside Peoples Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is pleased to invite qualified medical providers to apply for this open Family Nurse Practitioner role. People's Center is a nationally recognized non-profit community health center serving vibrant communities in the Twin Cities. Our clinics located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood and Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis are dedicated to delivering high-level and affordable healthcare services.

Position Summary

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) functions collaboratively within the medical provider team to coordinate the patient care needs of the patients they see. Will provide a safe, accessible and responsive service to our patient population.

Main Responsibilities

Providing primary care to patients

Performing examinations, including physical exams and patient observations

Setting up and monitoring medical equipment

Ordering and administering diagnostic tests

Communicating test results to patients and their families

Recording patient medical histories

Operating and maintaining medical equipment

Qualifications

Master's in Nursing/Doctorate of Nursing Practice

Licensed by the Minnesota Board of Nursing

Nationally Certified

BLS Certified

DEA Licensure

Benefits

We offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), national health services corps loan repayment. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, education assistance, and more.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of credentialing including background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

People's Center Clinics & Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Lead Physician

Full Time

Annual

Cedar Riverside Peoples Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is pleased to invite qualified medical providers to apply for this open Lead Physician role. People's Center is a nationally recognized non-profit community health center serving vibrant communities in the Twin Cities. Our clinics located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood and Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis are dedicated to delivering high-level and affordable healthcare services.

Position Summary

The Lead Physicians functions collaboratively and leads the medical provider team to coordinate the patient care needs of our patients. Will provide a safe, accessible and responsive service to our patient population.

Main Responsibilities

Providing primary care to patients

Performing examinations, including physical exams and patient observations

Setting up and monitoring medical equipment

Ordering and administering diagnostic tests

Communicating test results to patients and their families

Recording patient medical histories

Operating and maintaining medical equipment

Recruits, orients and supervises primary and specialty providers, contracted On-Duty physicians, and ancillary staff

Supervises, evaluates, coaches and develops medical, and ancillary staff

Supervises the On-Duty physicians, including ongoing evaluation of their clinical care and documentation and timely feedback

Qualifications

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) or a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) designations

Licensed by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice (BMP)

Nationally Certified

BLS Certified

DEA Licensure

Benefits

We offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), national health services corps loan repayment. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, education assistance, and more.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of credentialing including background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

People's Center Clinics & Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

PopUp Provider (NP/PA) - Casual

Casual

$52-60/hour

https://neighborhoodhealthsource.org/

Job description:

Job Title: POPUP PROVIDER (NP/PA) - CASUAL (60-100 hrs/year)

Department(s): Provider Clinical Operations

Position Summary: Provides health care services to patients within the scope of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant practice. Education, certification, and Minnesota laws delineate scope of practice and provide governance of licensure.

Supervision Received: Medical Director

Supervision Exercised: None

Hours/Week 60-100 hours/year Part-Time Non-Exempt

FLSA Definition:

JOB SUMMARY

The Popup Provider will be the lead clinician at NHS popup clinical events. These are events that are led by NHS staff at locations around the Twin Cities, mostly non-clinical, such as schools or community centers. Most of the clinical care will be for children—assessing and recommending vaccines and doing well-child checks. However, we may add other services for adults or children, in the future. NHS will work with the Popup Provider to set a calendar of quarterly events, based on both clinic and provider availability.

Due to the nature of community-based popup clinics, the Popup Provider will be asked to demonstrate flexibility and clear decision-making, leading the NHS team in delivering quality health care. The Popup Provider will refer patients and follow up to NHS clinical providers as needed. They will need to complete training and credentialing with NHS staff prior to providing care.

NHS’ electronic medical record is Athena. If the Popup Provider is not experienced in Athena, NHS will provide a scribe to support the clinical care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides comprehensive health care for clinic patients as established by clinic protocols and applicable community practice standards. These services include health maintenance; acute episodic care; long-term care of stable chronic illness; ordering appropriate lab tests, x-rays and referrals; diagnosis, planning and evaluation as appropriate.

Serves as the sole provider at NHS popup clinic events, which will primarily take place on evenings and weekends

Consults with or refers to Medical Director, other clinic physicians, other nurse practitioners, specialists, certified nurse midwives, and/or other health care personnel as patients' needs may warrant

Secures patient health and developmental histories

Performs appropriate physical examinations

Maintains patient records as established by clinic protocol

Provides appropriate patient education

Works with the health care team (RNs, MAs, Lab, Patient Reception, and other clinical support staff)

Provides community education as requested

Prescribes appropriate medications according to license, any prescribing agreement and DEA licensure

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 socioeconomics, race and ethnicity, nationality and religion, both in- clinic and in the community

Maintains excellent and punctual attendance

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

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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified to make decisions on vaccination recommendations for children and adults with little to no documented vaccine history to catch up on vaccinations, based on CDC recommendations

Ability to educate patients and patient caregivers about the value of and possible side effects of vaccines, fully recommending compliance with the schedule of vaccines recommended by the Minnesota Department of Health(https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/basics/readykidswhento.pdf).

Experience providing well-child checks that include all elements of the Minnesota Child and Teen Checkup (https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/childrenyouth/ctc/index.html)

Interest in working in a non-clinical setting providing clinical care

Available to work at least two events per month. Events will be 3-5 hours long, either on weekends (within 8 am -7 pm) or weekdays (within 1 pm -7:30 pm).

Flexibility and dedication to mission to serve underserved communities.

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Current, unencumbered RN License in the state of Minnesota

Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Current APRN Minnesota Licensure and Certification

DEA License

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

PA Degree with appropriate PA experience

Graduation from an accredited PA program

PA certification and license to practice in Minnesota

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Speaks Spanish

Clinical work experience as an PA/NP

Experience charting in the Athena Practice (Centricity) electronic medical record

Experience working with medical interpreters

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $52.00 - $60.00 per hour

Medical specialties:

Primary Care

Supplemental schedule:

On call

Weekly schedule:

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

Work setting:

In-person

Multiple locations

License/Certification:

License as an NP or PA in Minnesota (Required)

Work Location: In person

Chief Executive Officer

Full Time

$134,872.40 - $220,375.00 Annually

Hennepin County is seeking a NorthPoint Health & Wellness Chief Executive Officer to lead, develop and sustain the community health and human services transformational change efforts in North Minneapolis through the operation of its Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).

For more than 50 years, NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center in North Minneapolis has made history as it partners with community to improve health outcomes. NorthPoint centers the well-being of its largely Black, Indigenous, Latino/Latinx, Asian, Immigrant and LGBTQIA+ patient and participant population by offering medical, dental, behavioral health and human services.

The position functions under the general direction of the NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center Community Board pursuant to the Co-Applicant agreement between the Community Board and Hennepin County related to the operation of the Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), directing the programmatic services delivered through NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center Inc., and establishing effective community programming and public relations efforts on behalf of the Community Board.

This position is also accountable to the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners and is under the direction of the County Administrator related to the ongoing financial and human resources functions of the FQHC operated within the Hennepin County Health line of business.

Location and hours:

The NorthPoint Health & Wellness Chief Executive Officer's primary work location is at the NorthPoint Health and Wellness main campus located at 2220 Plymouth Ave North Minneapolis, MN 55411 and other locations throughout Hennepin County in order to meet business needs. Based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to the greater Twin Cities metro area.

About the position type:

This position is full-time, benefit-earning and unclassified. Unclassified positions are non-permanent (at will) and are not subject to HR law/rules.

This position is internally classified as a NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center Executive Director.

In this position, you will:

Serve as Chief Executive Officer of NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center pursuant to the Co-Applicant Agreement between the NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center Community Board and Hennepin County.

Develop, implement, and administer programs in response to Community Board direction, patient, participant, and community's health and human services service needs.

Incorporate priorities and initiatives established by the County Board and County Administration for the delivery of community health and human services.

Lead clinical operations and workforce of the multi-specialty medical, dental and behavioral health center with an operating budget of over $52 million and staff of over 280.

Lead operations of NorthPoint Inc., community non-profit with an operating budget of $12 million and staff of 85.

Develop initiatives in partnership with educational, community and philanthropic organizations to improve the health and well-being of residents of North Minneapolis.

Work to assure health and well-being for residents through policies, programs and strategies that address the social determinants of health.

Partner with other professional, governmental, and health care organizations and groups on health and county initiatives.

Work with the County's intergovernmental relations staff to guide legislative strategies to ensure the best possible outcomes for North Minneapolis residents; influence and advise the state and federal government on behalf of primary care health and social conditions.

Participate as a department director and collaborate with various County departments to effectively identify needs, develop, and administer programs that deliver primary care and related human services to the community.

Need to have:

One of the following:

Master's degree or higher in public administration, health administration, hospital administration, public health, or business administration with an emphasis in health care, or related field, and five or more years of administrative experience

Bachelor's degree in one of the above fields and seven or more years of the required administrative or management experience.

The ability to demonstrate the Director competencies:

Customer Focus – Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of current and potential customers; establish and maintain effective relationships with community groups; ability to communicate customer focus to the organization.

Integrity and Trust – Widely trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; keep confidences; admit mistakes; establish and maintain trusting and respectful relationships with others.

Create Vision & Purpose – Communicate a vision and sense of core purpose that is in line with that of the county; can inspire and motivate all staff.

Relationship Management – Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with partners on the county, regional, state and national level; establish effective partnerships with labor organizations; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with community, advisory boards, and elected officials.

Organizational Management – Direct and administer complex and changing programs and services.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – Foster commitment and build support for a diverse and inclusive organization that represents the residents we serve.

Leadership – Provide effective leadership to direct reports and the organization; is an experienced, and visionary leader with excellent people and communication skills; ability to link actions back to vision and mission.

Strategic Resource Management – Effectively manage a broad spectrum of resources including human resources, financial and capital projects, and technology.

Important attributes:

Experience:

Leading and managing staff at the executive level.

Working in a leadership role at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and/or with Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).

Leading non-profit organizations.

Serving and representing a diverse community.

Strategically manage budgets and finances to align with department-wide fiscal framework and targets.

Engaging communities and stakeholders.

Maintaining provider relationships.

Knowledge and demonstrated ability to examine and directly address the impacts of structural and institutional racism and successfully apply diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices to address social determinants of health, including:

Leading an environment where team members follow a holistic and culturally responsive approach for service delivery specifically with Black, Indigenous, Latino/Latinx, Asian, Immigrant and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Working understanding of cultural differences and the impacts of culture on service effectiveness, organizational effectiveness, and effective relationships with staff, partners, and those we serve.

Knowledge of operational and financial aspects of Federally Qualified Health Centers, including strategic business planning and human resource management, provisions of federal, state, and local legislation and regulatory bodies pertaining to health care delivery.

Ability to:

Provide leadership and effectively communicate strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity & inclusion.

Understand racial, gender, LGBTQIA+, neurodiversity, and other differing ability equity.

Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.

About the department:

NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center actively partners to create a healthier community and works to provide a highly desirable place for health care that values diversity/inclusion, compassion, stewardship, innovation, and integrity.

About Hennepin County:

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.

Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at Welcome to the Bridge (hennepin.us) - select the Guest option.

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

Your future. Made here.

Final candidates will be required to pass a drug test and background check. This position will have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Corinne Miles

Corinne.miles@hennepin.us

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Manager of Revenue Cycle

Full-time

Revenue Cycle Manager

The Manager of Revenue Cycle, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), is an integral member of the Community-University Health Care Center’s (CUHCC) leadership team and is responsible for leading and managing revenue cycle activities and outcomes for the organization.

The candidate for this position is responsible for the following:

Planning, organizing, and managing all aspects of revenue cycle to ensure timely, compliant, and accurate billing while optimizing activities directly impacting revenue cycle performance.

Providing strategic and tactical planning, analysis, continuous quality and productivity improvements in order to meet key performance indicators established for the organization, and effectively achieve performance goals through collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Leading and mentoring staff to achieve and maintain revenue cycle targets based on industry benchmarks.

Providing a high satisfaction level for the patient’s experience.

Demonstrating the importance of how revenue cycle integrates and impacts the efficiency of the organization.

Developing relationships within the organization as key indicators for success.

This position is highly self-directed and requires competencies in the areas of revenue cycle management, process flows, and analysis activities and works collaboratively across the organization to provide solutions that meet the needs of the areas involved.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Provides support for core revenue cycle process (30%)

Organize and direct all revenue cycle operational activities to ensure control and management of revenue cycle, which includes charge capture, medical coding and coding education, claims production and clearing house, billing, collections, customer service, denial management, cash posting, follow-up, self-pay bad debt placement, Accounts Receivable (AR) management, and patient financial services.

Work closely with Revenue Cycle Analyst to optimize revenue cycle workflows and manage ongoing changes within the OCHIN Epic system related to revenue cycle.

Ensure patient complaints are addressed timely and debriefed to the department as part of ongoing initiatives to provide for high patient satisfaction and the voice of the patient as part of ongoing department communications.

Develop and maintain patient financial services for the organization that will optimize program enrollment with CUHCC’s sliding fee discount program and Minnesota Health Care Programs.

Develop and implement outreach programs to patients who are uninsured to educate and support them through the application process.

Maintain appropriate internal control safeguards related to revenue cycle including, accounts receivable, collection of cash, charge capture, coding compliance to quality standards.

Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and directives from regulatory agencies and third-party payers and support the Director of Compliance with any compliance reviews or inquiries.

Maintain current policies and procedures for all departmental functions and implement new procedures as needed. Ensure compliance with the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) protocols are met at all times.

Ensures that policies, procedures, and controls are adhered to in accordance with CUHCC and University of Minnesota standard practices.

Team and Organizational Leadership (30%)

Manages billing, coding and patient financial advocate teams and monitors performance related to department productivity and quality as well as creating efficiency leveraging technology to achieve leading practice performance.

Provide for routine evaluation of staff performance, meaningful feedback, coaching, and actions when necessary to support staff growth and development. Provide ongoing training to provide tools and resources to the Team to maintain high standards of performance.

Lead the Revenue Cycle Steering Committee with preparation and facilitation of committee meetings and provide support to Committee stakeholders to meet target expectations adopted by the Committee.

Provides subject matter expertise related to revenue cycle operations to the organization and represents CUHCC with external stakeholders.

Provide for revenue cycle representation on various committees within the organization and support the need for internal and external reporting related data provided within the revenue cycle operations (i.e., Medicare Cost Report, Uniform Data System (UDS) reporting, third-party payer, and contract audits, etc.).

Reporting, Analytics and Performance Measures (30%)

Establish performance metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that align with benchmark standards and result in daily maximum output supporting a strong revenue cycle for the organization. Ensures the organization monitors and measures performance by providing timely and relevant data that result in improving outcomes for the organization.

Oversees functions, priorities, and staff effectiveness to ensure maximum efficiency and outcomes are achieved and work is executed in a compliant, accurate and timely manner.

Perform daily analysis of organizational status related to Pre-AR, accounts receivable including third party payment performance and the timeliness of cash collections and posting.

Support the month end close process to ensure all patient encounters are accurately reported within the period of performance.

Frequently communicates complex information and interacts with management.

Experience managing revenue cycle improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes.

Other duties as directed by the Chief Financial Officer (10%)

Ad Hoc analysis

Special projects as needed

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials

Required Qualifications

BA/BS Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field with six (6) + years of experience in all phases of revenue cycle as provided for in the job description.

Years of experience to include three (3) + years of experience leading teams.

Comprehensive knowledge of revenue cycle functions and ability to use data to inform decisions related to department productivity and prioritization of improvement initiatives.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written skills.

Strong computer skills; Microsoft Word and Excel experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) and International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-10 codes required.

Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA)

OCHIN Epic experience or EPIC Experience in an outpatient clinical environment.

Revenue cycle experience with a Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) highly desirable.

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

Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Dentist

Full-time

Objective/Overview

Dentists provide general and emergency pediatric and adult dentistry care to CUHCC’s (Community-University Health Care Center) diverse patients and serve as a preceptor to dental students and residents from the University of Minnesota. Services include a broad range of diagnostic, restorative, and oral surgery to pediatric and adult patients. Each dentist is expected to provide exams, training, and/or oversight to a hygienist and student or therapist as well as a dental assistant(s). In addition, CUHCC dentists must sign the Collaborative Management Agreement for CUHCC’s Advanced Dental Therapist(s). As clinical providers, dentists participate on quality improvement projects and other committees as designated. CUHCC dentists must provide respectful care to diverse populations and be able to meet the productivity and quality measures established by the clinic. This will require each dentist deliver care to multiple chairs simultaneously and collaborate with other members of the oral health care team.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

Cultural sensitivity/competency.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Customer service and people skills.

Ability to lead and work on a team.

Clinical competence in a range of diagnostic and restorative dentistry for both a pediatric and adult population in a full-range of diagnostic, restorative, and oral surgery.

Ability to meet productivity standards.

Essential Functions

Provide Clinical Dentistry (85%)

Provide general and emergency pediatric (up to 65% of the patient population) and adult dentistry care in community health care setting to include a broad range of diagnostic, restorative, and oral surgery.

Develop and document treatment plans for patients.

Work in a team and provide exams and oversight to the work of dental hygienists, therapist(s), and students/residents. Each dentist, as the leader of the team, is expected to facilitate team based care by appropriately delegating patient treatment needs to other team members allowing them to work at their highest scope of practice and Minnesota statutes.

Work out of multiple dental chairs to optimize productivity.

Maintain accurate and timely notes in the electronic health record.

Provide dental education to patients.

Collaborate with medical and behavioral health providers and staff to ensure that patients receive coordinated holistic care.

Work with interpreters and interpretative services for patients.

Stay current with developments in the field through continuing education.

Attend and make positive contributions to dental team and other CUHCC meetings and trainings.

Participate in the dental peer review process.

Maintain licensure as DDS in Minnesota.

Adhere to business practices of the organization:

Cooperate with provider enrollment/credentialing staff to keep enrollment with payers current.

Use electronic clinical documentation and billing software, including participation in training for upgrades to software.

Maintain an understanding of the dental benefit sets for MN Medicaid.

Precept Dental Therapy Students (10%)

Provide instruction and supervision to senior dental students and other students/ residents who are delivering direct patient care.

Participate in administration of dental education programs as needed.

Use/follow the preceptor training and/or standards for supervising students developed by the School of Dentistry.

General supervision to Advanced Dental Therapist(s)

Dentists must agree to annually sign the ADT Collaborative Management Agreement and provide general supervision to the Advanced Dental Therapist(s) according to the terms outlined in the agreement.

Participate in Quality Improvement / Assurance and other Committees (5%)

As assigned, actively participate in collaborative care committees and other committees as assigned.

Complete the projects assigned in collaborative care committees and communicate the work and findings of the community to the dental staff.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

D.D.S. required. Licensed to practice in Minnesota or eligible for licensure

Clinical experience required

Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

Experience practicing dentistry in a multi-ethnic community clinic.

Fluent in Spanish, Somali, Hmong language, Vietnamese, Lao, Pashtu or Dari

Completion of a residency program in pediatric dentistry or general dentistry.

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

Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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

Dental Assistant — Cook

Full-Time

We’re currently seeking a Full-time Dental Assistant to support our dental clinic in Cook, MN. This position will work closely with the dental providers to assist in procedures and perform certain oral treatments. Additional responsibilities will include floating between dental providers, sterilization and lab, and backup reception support. The schedule for this position is Monday – Thursday, 8am-5pm; Friday 8am-Noon.

Dental Assistant Responsibilities:

Record patient dental and medical histories as well as treatment information in patient records using the EDR system

Prepare patients and assist dental providers during procedures and dental emergencies

Float between providers as necessary

Perform applications of sealants, fluorides, and other dental agents for the prevention of dental decay

Operate X-ray machines

Pour, trim, and polish study casts

Provide patient education to assist with developing and maintaining good oral hygiene

Sterilize and prepare dental equipment prior to patient appointments

Support an efficient flow of the office by quickly adjusting to appropriate needs throughout the day between chairside assisting, sterilization, or reception.

Perform reception duties including but not limited to: answering phones, scheduling appointments, registering patients, verifying insurance, calling patients to remind of appointments, calling patients on-call list to fill open appointment slots.

Dental Assistant Requirements:

Excellent communication skills

Team-centered approach

Customer service oriented

Organizational skills

Time management

MN Dental Assisting Licensure preferred but not necessary

2-3 years experience in a dental assistant role preferred

Experience with VisDental or other electronic dental records system is preferred

New grads are welcome to apply too!

Full-time Benefits:

12 Annual Vacation Days, advancing to 20 annual vacation days

12 Annual Sick Days

7 Annual Holidays & 3 Personal Days

$2,000 Annual Dental Benefit

$50,000 Life Insurance Benefit

Health Insurance options through Medica

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

403(b) Retirement Plan through American Funds

To support our Full-time *Licensed Dental Assistants we also supply:

CPR Certification

3 Annual Continuing Education Days

$1,000 Annual Continuing Education Benefit

Covered License Renewal Costs

*Unlicensed Dental Assistants receive reduced continuing education of 12 hours and $500.

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Join our team and make a difference in patient care!

Dental Therapist — Bigfork

Full-Time

Currently, we are seeking a Dental Therapist at our location in Bigfork, MN to provide quality care in our communities. This Dental Therapist will become part of a general dental practice, providing care in all areas of dentistry for all ages according to their comfort level and expertise. This person will collaborate with excellent dental specialists in the region for patients who need to be referred for care.

Schedule:

4 day work week,

Mon-Thurs 8am-5:30pm

60 Minute appointment blocks

Average Volumes are 9 scheduled patients per day, plus hygiene exams

Benefits & Support:

Join a sound and enjoyable team of dental providers

No RVU or Production Requirements or Restrictive Contracts!

Competitive salaries, sign-on and starting bonuses

Up to 46 Annual Paid Days Off! 12-20 days Vacation; 12 Sick days, 6 Holidays; 3 Personal Days and 5 Continuing Education days

Full Benefit package including medical, dental, retirement and long term disability

Moving Expense Reimbursement

National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness options!

Support for your licensure includes:

License Renewals Reimbursement

$2,000 Annual CE expense reimbursement

Comprehensive Malpractice Coverage

In a newly modeled and well equipped clinic, you will work with other great dental providers and support staff. We fully support a work-life-balance and provide true patient centered care.

VisDental is our fully implemented EDR. This Electronic Dental Record communicates with our medical clinics so you’ll know your patient’s relevant medical conditions and prescriptions. All necessary Dental and EDR training will be personalized to your individual needs.

Current or eligible for MN Dental Therapist License, NPI and Nitrous certification is required.

Join our team and make a difference in patient care!

Dental Therapist — Cook

Full-Time

Currently, we are seeking a Dental Therapist at our location in Cook, MN to expand and continue providing quality care in our communities. This Dental Therapist will become part of a general dental practice, providing care in all areas of dentistry for all ages according to their comfort level and expertise. This person will collaborate with excellent dental specialists in the region for patients who need to be referred for care.

Schedule:

4.5 day work week,

Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-Noon

60 Minute appointment blocks

Average Volumes are 8 scheduled patients per day, plus hygiene exams

Benefits & Support:

Join a sound and enjoyable team of dental providers

No RVU or Production Requirements or Restrictive Contracts!

Competitive salaries, sign-on and starting bonuses

Up to 46 Annual Paid Days Off! 12-20 days Vacation; 12 Sick days, 7 Holidays; 3 Personal Days and 5 Continuing Education days

Full Benefit package including medical, dental, retirement and long term disability

Moving Expense Reimbursement

Eligible for MN’s Loan Health Care Loan Forgiveness & Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs!

In a newly modeled and well equipped clinic, you will work with other great dental providers and support staff. We fully support a work-life-balance and provide true patient centered care.

VisDental is our fully implemented EDR. This Electronic Dental Record communicates with our medical clinics so you’ll know your patient’s relevant medical conditions and prescriptions. All necessary Dental and EDR training will be personalized to your individual needs.

Current or eligible for MN Dental Therapist License, NPI and Nitrous certification is required. Support for your licensure includes:

License Renewals Reimbursement

$2,000 Annual CE expense reimbursement

Comprehensive Malpractice Coverage

Join our team and make a difference in patient care!

Community Health Worker - Spanish or Hmong Speaking

Full-time

Objective/Overview:

As part of its integrated care model, Community-University Health Care Center (CUHCC) has formed a Community Health Worker Team that helps individuals to achieve their health goals and supports population health at CUHCC and and in the community. CHWs are fully integrated members of patients’ care health teams. Using their cultural knowledge, language skills, life experiences and training, CHWs support patients with health education, skill-building and health care navigation through individual visits and group classes/meetings. CHW will also conduct outreach activities to promote health, assist with community-based care and/or serve as a bridge back to the clinic. CHW work occurs primarily during regular workday hours, but some evening and weekend hours may be available or required. CHW will conduct their work in the clinic, and patients’ homes, and community settings (e.g., schools, public housing, food shelves). There may be some flexibility for working remotely.

*Verbal fluency in Spanish or Hmong languages is required for this position.

Essential Functions:

Individual patient outreach and support 50%

Conduct phone outreach with patients to close care gaps such as missing immunizations, cancer screenings, etc.

Provide virtual, home and in-clinic health education and skill-building support including self-management of chronic illnesses and medication adherence.

Conduct PREPARE screenings and assist with social needs; refer to Care Coordinators for complex social needs.

Help patients and community members to access CUHCC’s services.

Enhance CUHCC’s care quality by aiding communication between provider and patient to clarify cultural practices.

Group-Based Support 10%

Facilitate group health education classes, support groups or skill-building classes.

Support shared medical visits for patients with Diabetes.

Community Outreach and Education 15%

Conduct outreach activities to provide health information and connect residents to health care

Support direct patient care in community settings.

Help with screening events and Covid vaccine events.

Administration 25%

Maintain accurate and organized program records.

Work cooperatively with partners and stakeholders.

Follow patient documentation and CHW tracking requirements.

Use the electronic health record to schedule appointments, document patients’ progress and make outreach calls.

Contribute to the creation of education and outreach materials in print, video and social media.

Job duties are subject to change consistent with the job class.

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials

Minimum Qualifications

BA/BS degree or a combination of related education and work to equal at least four years.

Minimum 1 year of experience working or volunteering to provide health education to individuals or Community Health Worker (CHW) certificate.

Minimum one year of community outreach experience.

Verbal fluency in Spanish or Hmong languages.

Experience working with immigrant, refugee, or underserved populations.

Work and interact respectfully with community members from diverse backgrounds.

Effective interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with team and partners to plan and implement program activities.

Self-starter with ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Ability to use computers and related software including word processing, spreadsheets, basic database management, presentation software, and internet-based tools.

Passion for assisting individuals to meet their health goals.

Additional requirements necessary to perform this job

Must have reliable transportation.

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Must be able to:

communicate with people both in and out of the office environment.

work at a desk for extended periods and travel to multiple locations within a day

lift up to twenty-five pounds

review detailed reports and information.

Preferred Qualifications:

Leading or teaching group health education

Using electronic health records

Providing case management or care coordination services

Making home- or community-based visits

Willingness to pursue CHW certification with financial support from CUHCC.

**A negative TB test is required for this position and Hepatitis B vaccine is required.

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.

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

Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Play Therapist/Child Mental Health Therapist

Full Time

Salaried

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 Therapist provides on-site and/or virtual therapeutic services to children, adolescents and family members.

JOB DUTIES:

• Assess the emotional needs of children in consultation with other professionals
• Undertake assessment for appropriateness of play therapy and engage in play therapy with children in response to referrals.
• Engage in evidence based practice.
• Facilitates individual and family sessions in outpatient setting.
• Develops treatment plan for patients.
• Works closely with all members of the healthcare team in development of a plan of treatment.
• Develops and maintains thorough knowledge of referral resources throughout the service area.
• Consults with Behavioral Health Director when necessary and appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and timely records, including clinical progress notes, according to clinic policy.
• Provides positive customer relations in dealing with patients, families, physicians, members of the healthcare team, referral sources, service agencies and others.
• Attends and participates in clinical consultation meetings.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and committees.
• Assists with other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Confidence, professional judgment, 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.
• Anticipate and manage challenging behavior constructively

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work or PsyD/PhD.
• Licensed in discipline by appropriate state board (LPCC, LICSW, LMFT, LADC) .
• Registered Play Therapist (RPT), experience with DC 0-5, or someone with play therapy training (Theraplay, child centered, somatic experiencing, CPP) preferred for working with early childhood and young children.

• Maintain licensure as required by the state.
• Possess a strong community health/public health orientation. • Experience in community clinics preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Job Type: Full-time
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

• 403(b) savings plan

• Life Insurance at no cost to our employees

• Generous PTO

• Continued Education Reimbursement

• Employee assistance program

• Health savings account

To apply:

Send resume to meierdingm@southsidechs.org

Behavioral Health Coordinator

Full Time

Hourly

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 serves as the central facilitator to patients assigned to their care. Their general function is to guide and coordinate care and collaborate with primary care providers, RNs, MAs, and clinic staff in identifying needs, organizing activities, and organizing plans of care for patients with behavioral health conditions. They are an advocate for the patient and work to link them with health and community resources that provide a range of services, promote self-management, improve health, and reduce disparity. They assist patients to achieve health goals and improve health care outcomes.

JOB DUTIES:

•  Serve as a key point of contact for discussing and enrolling patients into the SCHS behavioral health program (document the patient’s acceptance or denial).

•  Work directly with patients and their primary care provider(s) and other clinic team members to build and maintain the patient care plans.

•  Manage depression/anxiety measures and follow ups (in clinic or by phone) in accordance with Minnesota quality standards.

• Build relationships with patients, patient’s families, guardians, etc.

• Introduce patients to the wide variety of services available across the organization as well as

  identifying outside resources and services as necessary.

• Serve as an advocate for the patient in understanding needs surrounding shelter, child care,

  transportation, safety and other social determinants of health.

• Conduct basic screenings of patients within primary care, including review of barriers to health self-management, depression, stress and substance use.

• Provide health education and coaching to patients and refer patients to other care team members (nurses, patient advocates, primary care provider, outside specialists, etc.) as necessary. Topics discussed may include but are not limited to:

o Medication knowledge, adherence and accessibility
o Benefits of best practice treatment for their chronic conditions
o Encourage the patient to identify and set specific health goals in conjunction with goals set by their care provider(s).

• Carry out structured clinical protocols with patients in person or by telephone.

• Intervene appropriately in crisis prevention and de-escalation.

• Serve as a bridge between the patient and internal and external referrals. May work directly with the referral specialist to connect the patient to external community agencies and referral sources when indicated by the care team.

• Maintain and document regular communications with patients in the electronic health record.

• Manage and work inpatient and emergency room tracking and facilitate appropriate follow ups as needed.

• Manage tracking spreadsheet for reporting and follow up.

• Contact enrolled patients on a monthly basis. Make additional inquiries/contacts as needed or

  requested by the patient and/or their care team.

• Work collaboratively with clinic staff to implement and refine workflows throughout the clinic

  with goals to improve patient satisfaction and care.

• Continuously seek, build and maintain relationships with community partners and resources.

• Determine if patient has existing insurance coverage; discuss payment options and schedule appointment with patient advocate, if necessary.

• Manage wait list on Epic and follow up.

• Ensure patient exam rooms are fully restocked with BH business cards, DV resources, child development resources, post-partum education and self-harm resources.

• Prepare for next day visits through pre-visit planning process to verify if service plans or forms such as PHQ, SDQ, CASII and ECSII need to be updated.

• Enter completed paper work into MN-ITS and ensure paper work is scanned into patients chart.

• Create binders with DV resources for patients and other clinic team members update and refill them when necessary.

• Assist with other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Attend and participate in staff meetings and committees.

• Assist with resolving episode of care for mental health due to non-attendance.

• Schedule behavioral health visits according to the established schedule for each provider.

• Confidence, professional judgment, and grace under pressure.

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

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

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

• Exhibit good rapport with clients of varying ethnic backgrounds and socio-economic status.

• Able to use office equipment such as computer, phone, fax, telephone, etc.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills; attention to detail.

• Commitment to the SCHS mission and staff values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in and environment that provides direct patient care, case management, and/or patient education.

• Associates degree in human services or a Community Health Worker certificate.

• Familiar with medical and pharmacological terminology.

• Experience working with various Microsoft Office applications—Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.

To apply:

Send resume to meierdingm@southsidechs.org

Family Medicine Physician

Full Time

Annual

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

Provides quality outpatient patient care during full-time employment. Emphasis is placed on the doctor-patient relationship to be the primary physician for the patients.

Provides outpatient services as needed, or arranges for appropriate inpatient care at Regions Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, or other local hospitals when hospitalization is required.

Participates in performance improvement (PI) peer review auditing activities and other quality improvement activities.

Participates in other committees and clinical activities as determined by the CCO/CMO.

Obtains/maintains current hospital privileges if participating in inpatient care.

Maintains adequate EHR charting and documentation of patient care in a timely fashion.

Provides leadership, as needed, on infectious disease issues pertinent to the clinic and contributes as needed to the development of the annual quality improvement plans.

Practices within the scope of practice for the specialty and works cooperatively with other specialists and staff. Treats patients within accepted standards of practice for the region and medical experience.

Follows the general policies and procedures of Open Cities Health Center, including but not limited to HIPAA policies, pain management policy, code of conduct, and communication policies.

May also provide additional services as directed by the CCO/CMO.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

A physician with experience and strong communication/relationship skills may be asked to participate in clinical leadership, including representation of the clinic at community events. Additionally, the physician will provide expertise, education, and guidance to the medical team. They may also participate in clinical /consultation oversight to the lab department, participate in leadership discussions related to infectious disease control (i.e., measures related to COVID19), and engage in community education/outreach activities related to COVID19. The position reports to the Chief Clinical Officer/Chief Medical Officer. Works in concert with QI Director and Assistant Medical Director.

Demonstrated ability in the provision of primary medical care within the bounds of the specialty.

Strong personal and professional communication skills.

Desire to teach and provide guidance to other healthcare staff, including mentorship.

Knowledge of and desire to work within a public health/community medicine model of service delivery.

Curiosity and humble approach to working across diverse cultures.

Respect and concern for patients regardless of economic status, race, gender, ethnic background, sexual preference, or disability.

Experience treating substance use disorders, willingness to obtain DATA waiver and prescribe MAT medications

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $185,000-$220,000

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Primary care specialties:

Primary Care

• Dental
• Behavioral Health
• Nurse
• Physician
• NP

RN/Care Coordinator

Full Time

$30-38/hour

https://neighborhoodhealthsource.org/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Nursing

• Serves as the contact point, advocate, and informational resource for patients, care team,

family/caregiver(s), payers, and community resources

• Handles incoming triage calls:

o Provides appropriate patient education regarding medical condition

o Provides medication instructions

o Supports providers by following up with patients regarding their lab/imaging results as guided

by the provider

o Documents telephone discussions in the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR)

• Handles incoming Nursing Home Orders

• Handles incoming pharmacy questions, clarifications and prior authorizations

• Calls patients with medication changes, directions and education, as ordered by providers

• Provides nursing support, when needed, to the Nurse Midwives and NHS providers

• Utilizes the Patient Portal to communicate with patients

• Sees patients on daily nurse schedule:

o Responds to the needs of walk-in patients

o Assists providers as needed

o Provides education on medical condition, e.g., asthma, diabetes, family planning

o Reads and documents PPD results

• Provides refill requests that come through the EMR, phone or fax

• Reconciles medications

• Maintains a logbook of all dispensed medication at the direction of the medical provider

• Maintains an emergency box of medications

• Oversees the application/enrollment and tracking process for patients in indigent medication

programs

• Prescribes medications per standing order protocols, e.g., STI treatment, Vitamin D deficiency

• Provides community-based nursing care as established by the organization, as requested

Care Coordination/Case Management Support

• Maintains Health Care Home (HCH) and FUHN registries for patient follow-up:

o Assists with the identification of “high risk” patients (those with chronic illness and/or special

health care needs)

o Contacts patients to enroll them into HCH and documents patient’s acceptance or declination,

to populate the registry

o Contacts patients that are on the FUHN ID/ Stratification tool to get them in for follow-up care

and educates patients on when to utilize the ER

o Reviews FUHN/ID Stratification patient’s EMR to see what patients may need; refers to

specialty providers and to helps with medication reconciliation

• Works with patients to plan and monitor care:

o Assesses patient’s unmet health and social needs

o Develops a care plan with the patient, family/caregiver(s) and providers (emergency plan,

health management plan, medical summary, and ongoing action plan, as appropriate)

o Monitors adherence to care plans, evaluates effectiveness, monitors patient progress in a

timely manner, and facilitates changes as needed

o Creates ongoing processes for patient and family/caregiver(s) to determine and request the

level of care coordination support they desire

• Facilitates patient access to appropriate medical and specialty providers

• Educates patient and family/caregiver(s) about relevant community resources

• Cultivates and supports primary care and specialty provider co-management with timely

communication, inquiry, follow-up, and integration of information into the care plan regarding

transitions in care and referrals

• Facilitates and attends HCH meetings between patient, family/caregiver(s) and provider

• In collaboration with the primary care provider, assigns the appropriate tiering level based on

required criteria for HCH patients

• Advocates for the participant in understanding needs surrounding transportation, shelter, child

care and safety. Refers participant to behavioral health services if warranted

• Keeps EMR care plans updated for easy access by HCH Team

• Interacts, communicates and collaborates with HCH Team daily in-person, by phone, inbox

messaging and/or team huddles to update and advance care coordination within the Team

• Utilizes all available tools to deliver education, instruction, care coordination and training,

including: computer; patient registry; HCH brochure; HCH care plan; other HCH policies &

procedures (tiering process, pre-visit planning, screening process); after-visit summaries; disease

management brochures; disease management participant tracking records (Diabetes glucose

records, nutritional records, wellness/exercise plan, blood pressure record); disease-specific

educational handouts; services offered by NHS

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)

• Plans, organizes, and multitasks

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

• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program

• Current Minnesota RN license

• Minimum one year experience in a primary care setting preferred

• Patient education experience

• Family planning experience highly desired

• Motivated to improve the health of the community

• Excellent interpersonal communication

Behavioral Health Consultant

Full Time

$87,000 annually

Sawtooth Mountain Clinic Mission

We maintain that quality healthcare, regardless of financial ability to pay, is a right, not a privilege. Our mission is to provide access to high quality, patient-centered primary and preventative healthcare for all persons throughout SMC’s service area of Cook County, Minnesota and the Anishinaabe Nation of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, on whose ancestral tribal lands we stand.

At Sawtooth Mountain Clinic (SMC), you will deliver excellent patient-centered care as part of a dedicated team of providers on the beautiful north shore of Lake Superior in Cook County, MN. The area is also known for its recreational resources, including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Superior Hiking Trail. The SMC Behavioral Health team provides outpatient clinical therapy with a supportive working collaboration between 3 Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers, 5 Family Medicine Physicians with 3 Nurse Practitioners, and visiting specialties including a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.

As a Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) and not-for-profit organization, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our patients and the health of our vibrant rural community. In addition to providing services on our main campus in Grand Marais, our providers also serve on the Grand Portage Reservation through a partnership with Grand Portage Health Services and Grand Portage Human Services. SMC has a Health Practitioner Shortage Area score of 16, and as an FQHC, our providers our eligible to apply for the National Health Service Corps loan repayment program.

We offer a generous benefit package including: Health, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurance, Health Savings Account, 6 weeks of PTO, Additional Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Employer-matched 401k after 6 months, Annual Fitness Benefit

Job Summary:

Provides psychological assessment, diagnosis and non-pharmacological treatment to patients of all ages with a wide range of mental health conditions in an integrated primary care setting. Works with the Chief Medical Officer and a health care team including MDs, NPs, RNs, and MAs. This role includes professional collaboration as well as independent responsibility and accountability in decision-making.

Job Qualifications:

1. Current Minnesota license as an LICSW, LMFT, LPCC

2. Master’s degree or higher in psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy

3. Minimum of two years’ direct patient care; experience in a primary care setting preferred

4. Team care model experience, patient-centered care philosophy

5. Proficient in use of computer software to document clinical care, and in use of Microsoft office applications

6. Knowledge of:

a. assessment, planning, implementation, and care coordination in mental health

b. standards for care/treatment plan development

c. patient rights principles

7. Skill in:

a. diagnosing patient conditions

b. interpreting findings from clinical evaluation and diagnostic tests

c. risk assessment and intervention

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Psychologist, Senior Clinical

Full Time

$82,592.98 - $130,998.37 annually

The Behavioral Health department at NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center is hiring a Senior Clinical Psychologist. This position will provide culturally appropriate and trauma-response mental health services to children and adults. Qualified candidates will have experience with psychological assessment, clinical supervision, and best practices in clinical intervention with children, adolescents, and families. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Candidates who are looking to serve in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) will be pleased to know that NorthPoint's score is 18. Health care providers that help underserved communities are eligible for scholarship and loan repayment programs. Learn more about the NHSC Loan Repayment Program.

Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program page.

Location and hours:

This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site three days per week located at 2220 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411, and remote two days per week. Typical work schedule will be Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

In this position, you will:

Conduct diagnostic assessments, engage in treatment planning, and provide individual and group psychotherapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families.

Complete psychological assessments with children, adolescents, adults, and families. This will include administration/interpretation of intelligence tests, achievement tests, adaptive behavior measures, and behavioral rating assessments.

Provide consultation and training to staff; take part in client-related meetings with staff or other providers and professionals.

Provide general case management; prepare reports, case records, correspond clinically, and bill for services.

Need to have:

A doctoral degree in psychology from an APA-accredited program with appropriate clinical training and one or more years of post-doctoral experience as a clinical psychologist in a medical or mental health setting.

Licensed psychologist by the Minnesota Board of Psychology.

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