Lead Medical Coordinator - Registered Nurse (RN)

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Lead Medical Coordinator is an exempt position responsible for overseeing and coordinating the provision of timely, appropriate health services for children in care. Additionally, the position is responsible for developing and maintaining policies and procedures for confidential health record management, triage of health concerns, medical emergency response, environmental health and safety, and post-release health care planning/care coordination.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Oversee the Medical Coordinators
• Provide staff training for medical, dental, and health topics relevant to pediatric, adolescent, and migrant health.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure all UCs are seen by a medical provider by scheduling and confirming Initial Medical Exam (IME) appointments. This includes transporting children to their medical appointments, completing the IME form, and making copies of necessary clinical information from the client's chart.
• Ensure accurate documentation of medication regimens for all children who need such services. Track medication logbooks to ensure information is completed accurately.
• Attend meetings as assigned by supervisor, including staff meetings and compliance training programs.
• Work on an as-needed basis during emergency conditions.
• Provide emergency medical assistance care for clients as necessary.
• Take inventory of over-the-counter medication, prescription medications, and personal protective equipment that are available and what is needed.
• Assisting with initial medical screening of each child at intake by performing rapid COVID-19 tests on UCs upon admission and any other exam required, and documenting/reporting results in order to determine quarantine status.
• Ensure concise and timely completion of all paperwork or documentation, including but not limited to administrative, clinical, or caseload requirements.
• Accountable for the maintenance of portal entries for Treatment Authorization Request (TAR), medical complaints, and all medical information as necessary.
• Review and maintain current medical information on all children, including taking vital signs as needed.
• Act as liaison between physicians/nurses and children.
• Perform the duties of the Medical Coordinator in case of absence.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $85,200 annual salary
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Programs
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal, and Identity Theft programs
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor's degree;
  • Or Higher health-related qualifications (e.g., Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner)
• Minimum of one (1) year of employment in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination, health administration, or direct clinical care.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience is preferred
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to form alliances with providers/organizations.
• Ability to coordinate efforts, groups, company requirements, and activities to achieve program goals
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases and blood-borne pathogens.
• Be familiar with the location of the facility's fire alarms, extinguishers, exits, protective equipment, and first-aid kits. Be familiar with the facility's evacuation routes, exposure control, and disaster plans.
• Endure short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
• Ability to work under stressful situations.
• Proof of Immunization for: Varicella (2 doses), MMR (2 doses), Influenza (1 dose yearly), Tdap (1 dose).
• Bilingual: English and Spanish, strongly preferred
• Must be able to drive the company van as needed to transport clients.
• Must have a valid driver's license with auto insurance coverage.

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor's and Master's level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers' compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization's background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.