Medical Coordinator

Language Requirement Fluency in English and Spanish required. Academic Requirement Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (required). Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Certifications Current, unrestricted LVN or RN license in the state program; current BLS certifications (PALS preferred); first aid; CPR. Work Experience Minimum of one (1) year employment experience in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination. Pediatric nursing experience preferred. Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables Meet and maintain all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position. Have extensive knowledge of medical documentation to generate, decipher, and correct proper documentation methods in accordance with federal guidelines. Validate the completion of all clinic duties relevant to this position in compliance with all federal guidelines and program protocols via daily audits of Portal documentation consistent with the medical clearance process. Perform duties and tasks to ensure patient safety by assessing and monitoring health conditions, assisting with procedures and operating medical equipment, administering vaccines, medications and treatments ordered by medical provider, monitoring for side effects and reactions, and providing teaching to patients and staff. Validate systems of records for required facility documentation and reporting to meet Compass Connections, federal and state guidelines within required timeframes. Effectively communicate, consult, and interact with the Lead Medical Coordinator and Regional Director on policy and procedure issues affecting the quality of health care services on campus. Participate in development of health and medical related protocols and procedures for federal program. Participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions and operations. This includes ensuring appropriate communication of health needs to case managers and clinicians, scheduling health‑care appointments, coordinating transportation to health‑care appointments, ensuring qualified interpretation and translation services are in place, and serving as a liaison for community health‑care providers. Maintain complete and confidential health care records and information in keeping with information privacy and Protected Health Information (PHI) requirements and Compass Connections confidentiality protocol and procedures. Know and recognize signs of abuse, neglect and exploitation and sexually provocative behavior; implement professional response, reporting and documenting procedures. Plan, organize and prioritize daily work using sound judgment. Knowledge of Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of service population and program operations. Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times. Other Responsibilities Collect, enter, and ensure documentation for medical staff at designated site(s), to ensure all required duties meet or exceed program guidelines and best practices established by State and Federal partners. Supervise and coordinate, on occasion, medical staff to perform clinic duties as directed by Lead Medical Coordinator, as well as perform clinic duties as needed. At designated site(s), direct, train medical staff, and coordinate services, following federal, state, and Compass Connections established policies, procedures and guidelines. Monitor established health care plans for service population at the site(s) within the timeframe established by our State and Federal partners. Ensure accurate documentation for designated site(s) in accordance with agency policies and procedures, contract and regulatory requirements and standards and program timeline requirements. Meet all program and federal partners’ documentation and processes requirements. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Pass a pre‑employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request. Pass a pre‑employment and biennial criminal background checks. Demonstrate the ability to respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals. Provide crisis intervention according to training provided by Compass Connections when needed to maintain a safe environment. Work in a fast‑paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times. Maintain computer literacy required to meet responsibilities of the position. Work effectively and independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team without intensive supervision. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures. Must provide current physical‑medical release and proof of immunizations, titers, or exemptions for the following: MMR Varicella HepB HepA Tetanus PPD Meningococcal (preferred) Must be able to perform physical activity such as extensive walking, lifting of patients, stretching and bending. Must be able to work in a team environment. Must maintain professional people skills: oral, written, listening, and non‑verbal communication. Company Immunization Policy Compass Connections is committed to following CDC immunization recommendations. All employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment; new hires must provide proof. Legal / EEO Statement In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (including the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability status and any other protected category. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff and termination. Employment Eligibility Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr