Community Medicine Coordinator (Mid-Level)

Project management experience/qualifications (preferred) Community Medicine Coordinator (Mid-Level) Posted 07-Jul-2025 (CST) 203 Pecan Street East, Pflugerville, TX 78660, USA 92,000-145,000 per year Dependent on Qualifications/Experience Full Time 457(b) with matching; Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Paid Time Off; Flexible Spending Account; Health Savings Account; Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program Position Purpose Under physician supervision and with a considerable degree of autonomy, the Community Medicine Coordinator - Mid Level position provides direct and indirect support to Operations, Training Division, and Administrative staff as well as community member patients. This position will drive the creation and implementation of the District's Community Medicine program. This role tracks system utilizers; assesses patient needs; implements appropriate care plans for acute and chronic illnesses; and researches, catalogs, and refers patients to appropriate regional resources. The ideal candidate possesses excellent problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, and strong interpersonal skills with motivation for learning and growth. Prior community medicine experience is preferred. Essential Duties, Functions And Responsibilities Duties and functions include the following: Works directly with patients and EMS crews to manage both emergent and non-emergent cases with a community outreach focus and significant program management. Has a comprehensive understanding of resources available to citizens within the surrounding area, catalogs resources for later referral, and facilitates necessary connections. Serves as the driver to initiate and develop a community medicine program utilizing prior knowledge and experience. Reviews EMS reports to identify critical data and logs trends in utilization and need. Identifies high utilizers and connects them with appropriate resources to reduce utilization of emergency services. Provides assessment of a patient's physical and mental condition by performing comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and obtaining medical histories. Tracks patient needs and implements comprehensive care plans using evidence-based medicine, standards of care, and guidelines. Facilitates timely patient induction into designated regional resources and assists patients with placement into treatment facilities. Performs administrative duties such as cataloging, record keeping and review, system updates/maintenance, and more. Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient healthcare needs. Prescribes or recommends drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments with appropriate interventions related to health risks. Collaborates with physicians and other team members as appropriate. Evaluates patients' response to care and its effectiveness and maintains appropriate records detailing patient treatment plans and outcomes. Provides counsel to patients about possible side effects or interactions for prescribed drug regimens. Initiates timely consultation and referral for conditions that exceed scope of practice or expertise. May perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider's level of expertise as designated by the supervising physician. May serve as a medical practitioner liaison relating to employee injuries or medical conditions, and assist in the conditioning of those employees for return to full duty May be required to perform patient care duties beyond their regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department. Coordinates tasks and provides support to three operational shifts within the department. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented approach. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Must possess the required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodation, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Deep knowledge of medicine, including information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities while recognizing symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventative health-care measures. Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental disfunctions. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others. Skill in oral, verbal, and written communication to effectively interact with diverse audiences and patients. Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks. Skill in data analysis and problem solving, with critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Resourcefulness in identifying and utilizing available resources. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Ability to present a professional, courteous, and friendly demeanor at all times. Ability to collaborate and maintain effective communication and working relationships with District employees and the public. Ability to demonstrate positive and proactive attitudes, practices, and behaviors to ensure teamwork and organizational goal attainment. Ability to exercise discretion in confidential matters. Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcome-based patient treatment plans. Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification. Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests. Ability to receive feedback and maintain a perspective for learning and growth. Ability to work independently while keeping individual and program tasks on-schedule. Minimum Qualifications Eligibility for employment in the U.S. Valid Driver's license (DL). Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Master of Science in Nursing, or similar degree Minimum 1 year of clinical experience. Active credential as a Physician's Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) Active DEA license or ability to apply for such license prior to or upon hire Prior experience in community medicine (preferred) Experience in a 911 service delivery system (preferred) Project management experience/qualifications (preferred) Licenses & Certifications Required Active DEA license or ability to apply for such license prior to or upon hire. Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner within the state of Texas Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer. (If PA) Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Physical Demands This job operates in a clinical and office setting, requiring direct patient interaction and administrative duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role may involve both sedentary and active components, including walking through District buildings on-site and occasionally off-site. Ability to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to move freely from sitting to standing to squatting positions and be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. This role routinely uses standard office and medical equipment such as computers, phones, and diagnostic tools. Hours Of Work This is a full-time position with a minimum 40-hour week. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the potential for flexible scheduling. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand, and this role is expected to work across all three shifts. Travel Ability to commute between operational locations, within 30 miles or less, driving District assigned vehicles. Periodic travel for direct response to patients within the District may be necessary. Established July 2025 The description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires that Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2 disclose to you that it may obtain a consumer or investigative consumer report as part of its determination of your eligibility for employment and, after your initial employment, your suitability for continued employment. A "consumer report" provides background information on such matters as your criminal history, education, and licenses. A particular type of consumer report known as an "investigative consumer report" provides factual information of the type discussed above but is obtained through interviews with people who have knowledge about you. 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