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Geriatrician/AGNP-BC
Summary/Objective
Essential Functions
- Maintains patients well-being and independent functioning by diagnosing and treating illnesses and injuries that commonly occur with aging.
- Provides leadership and expertise for FHS’s quality and clinical effectiveness regarding patients 65 years of age or older.
- Evaluate and optimize the patient care flow throughout the practice including length of patient visit, process to assure appropriateness of medical care, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and ancillary resource utilization.
- Refers patients to other specialists if they suspect more serious health problems.
- Work with other members of the team to coordinate care, including but not limited to our Dental Director, Behavioral Health Providers, Dietician, etc.
- Informing patients and families about advance care planning, including giving up activities, transitioning to supportive living long-term care alternatives, hospice care, etc.
- Work to achieve effective care management processes and develop new initiatives to improve clinical quality.
- Provides for the diagnosis and treatment of health center patients within the scope of his/her license to practice medicine.
- Provides follow-up on patients seen including chart notations, lab review, and referrals to specialists.
- Participates in continuing education and professional development.
Required Education and Experience
- Hold either an M.D. or a D.O. with specialization in geriatrics OR be an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified.
- Must hold a diploma from an accredited school.
- Active license to practice in the State of Ohio.
- Active DEA.
- Successfully completed residency through an accredited program, if applicable.
- Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine with a specialization in Geriatrics.
- 2-4 years clinical experience with geriatrics
Associate Medical Director
Summary/Objective
Family Health Services is a Federally Qualified Health Care Center located in Sandusky and Norwalk, Ohio and serving the Erie and Huron County area. We are currently looking for an Associate Medical Director. This position would be responsible for ensuring the provision of quality clinical services delivered by the staff of Family Health Services (FHS). The Medical Director has chosen to delegate specific responsibilities of the Medical Director position, aside from physician peer review and discipline to the Associate Medical Director. This position will assume responsibility for the delivery, coordination and supervision of medical services provided at FHS.
Essential Functions
- Routinely meets with Medical Director to review clinical operations.
- Provides information for inclusion in written performance evaluations for all direct report staff and submits written performance evaluations in accordance with policy requirements.
- Identifies the need for staff education and assists in the development of in-service programs for clinical staff members.
- Establishes and maintains clinical supervisory systems which allow staff growth and broaden the scope/efficacy of clinical services provided by staff.
- Provides leadership and counsel to clinical personnel to enhance staff development.
- Supervises the maintenance of medical records assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with licensing regulations and legal and ethical standards.
- Supervises outgoing referral program.
- Serves as a Lead of the Risk Management Committee and serves on other committees as assigned.
- Participates in the development and oversight of organizational policies and procedures.
- Oversee development and implementation of all requirements for Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) certification and Chronic Care Management (CCM).
- Monitors FTCA application and compliance.
- Reviews, establishes, and maintains patient care protocols and standards, ensuring that all federal and State policies, regulations and guidelines for patient care are met.
- Collaborates with the other clinical directors in the delivery of quality patient care, maintenance of clinical documentation, and handling of complaints and/or medical emergencies.
- Responsible for tracking all quality measures in accordance with guidelines governing a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) including Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) and the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) PCMH.
- Act as FHS HIPAA Privacy Officer to assure compliance with all HIPAA regulations and trainings.
- Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
- Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings, committees, and task forces, promotes existing and new programs and/or policies.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to interact with staff in a team environment.
- Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
- Comprehensive knowledge of current medical principles and models.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
- Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals in area of expertise.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct supervision of clinical nursing staff, Ancillary staff and Quality staff.
Required Education and Experience
- Must hold a diploma from an accredited School of Advanced Practice Nursing.
- Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Ohio.
- Current Nurse Practitioner Certification.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical/direct patient care experience.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of Quality experience.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of management experience.
AAP/EEO Statement
To apply, please provide your resume to Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Quality Director
Summary/Objective
Family Health Services is a Federally Qualified Health Care Center located in Sandusky and Norwalk, Ohio and serving the Erie and Huron County area. We are currently looking for a Quality Director. The Quality Director will be responsible for leading the organizations Quality programs ensuring compliance with HRSA regulations. This position functions as the leader of all quality projects throughout Family Health Services, including, primary care, dental, behavioral health and any future service lines that are added. The Quality Director will build the quality program and oversee the evaluation of programs and services including UDS, Patient Centered Medical Home and other outcomes. The director has the responsibility to ensure the highest quality services are provided to patients throughout the organization. They will plan, lead and direct process and overall quality improvement activities that produce better patient care and more efficient operations.
Essential Functions
- Provide overall direction, coordination and implementation of the quality programs at Family Health Services.
- Implements strategies and plans for quality improvement within service lines in collaboration with Directors and providers including monitoring and presenting internal quality measures, initiatives and plans.
- Oversees CQI audits on patient charts to ensure best practices are being met.
- Coordinates data collection and submission for HRSA required reporting, including the annual UDS report.
- Participate in and assist in preparation for external audits and site visits by accreditation or regulatory agencies including HRSA, 340B, etc.
- Oversee development and implementation of all requirements for Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) certification and Chronic Care Management (CCM).
- Monitors FTCA application and compliance.
- Develops reporting through eCW/Azara to accurately pull data to analyze for PDSA studies and as indicated for operations, grants, etc.
- Analyzes data collected through patient satisfaction surveys to identify areas of concern and provide recommendations for improvement to appropriate clinic management and staff.
- Oversees Manage Care Performance contracts and Panel Management.
- Develop methods for data collection and extracts data as required and prepares QI reports, corrective action plans and statistics
- Leads the QI committee and is a part of the Risk Committee.
- Other quality and evaluation duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Must be familiar with PCMH accreditation
- In-depth knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement
- Understanding of professional and legal/license-based practice standards in multiple disciplines relevant to patient care.
- Skill in planning, organizing and problem solving.
- Ability to communicate effectively with medical providers and over staff
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience working with disadvantaged populations and knowledge of health disparities
- Outstanding skills in data collection, analysis and presentation
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff and the public.
- Ability to prepare and maintain records, write and present reports
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct supervision of Patient Centered Medical Home Coordinator and Quality Panel Specialist.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Outpatient Clinical Dietitian PRN
Summary/Objective
The dietitian will participate as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to facilitate the continuum of care and education of patients with nutrition-related chronic health conditions. Responsible for conducting individual and occasional group patient nutrition education at Family Health Services. Meets with patients and patients’ support members to assess nutrition-related knowledge, self-care habits, and nutritional status. Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy for individuals with various chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, heart disease, etc. Consults with nurses, physicians and others as necessary to resolve problems with patient’s overall care. Additional outreach education duties at community sites may be required upon request.
The dietitian is accountable for setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and promoting the achievement of patient outcomes. In addition to working with the healthcare team, the dietitian will interact with families and patients in a positive and empathetic manner. Utilizing a team-based approach, the dietitian provides highly proficient care, utilizing evidence-based guidelines, which is patient-centered and supportive of diversity and cultural factors. This position will assist the Food Is Medicine Program director as time permits with other patient, community, and staff education programs (individual or group) as needed and is an active participant in improving the health and well-being of our community.
Essential Functions
- Assesses nutritional status of patients based on input from referring physician, medical records, lab results, blood glucose monitoring trends, various clinical assessment methodologies, and patient consultation.
- Assesses nutrition knowledge and self-care behaviors of patients and their support members. Evaluates patients’ skills in self-care, ability/readiness to learn, and resource utilization. Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team in gathering data relevant to the patient’s health status.
- Collaborates with the patient and the interdisciplinary health care team in developing a patient-centered plan of care. Examines the various treatment options available for implementing the plan of care.
- Designs individualized care plans that are congruent with the preferences, needs, age, educational level, culture, lifestyle, financial resources, physiological status, psychosocial readiness and desired clinical outcomes of the patient.
- Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and educates clients and support members on the content and strategies to operationalize nutrition goals and assimilate them into long-term behavior changes. Mentors patients and support members in the development and application of clinical problem-solving skills.
- Ensures continuity of care by communicating with patient’s health care providers regarding patient needs and ongoing status of care plan.
- Develops excellent relationships with
- Communicates patient assessments, care plans, concerns, recommendations, and patient outcomes in a timely and effective manner.
- Identifies need for and initiates referrals to other members of the interdisciplinary team as
- Continuously monitors patient adherence to care plan goals and outcome Modifies care plan as needed to maximize patient progress toward goals.
- Seeks opportunities for expanding clinical knowledge and professional expertise, enhancing role performance and increasing knowledge of professional issues or initiatives. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of diabetes and nutrition by reading appropriate books, journals, and other literature, and pursuing continuing education
- Participates in departmental goal setting, program and curriculum development, continuous quality improvement strategies, staff education, team meetings and other activities necessary to support departmental operations.
- Represents the department and the profession of clinical nutrition to other departments as well as to the community at large.
- Acts as an expert resource and consultant in the field of outpatient nutrition education for physicians, other healthcare professionals, and the community at large.
- Maintains and evaluates patient education materials relating to nutrition using evidence based practice. Develops new materials as necessary. Develops and conducts group presentations and related education programs as needed.
- Maintains good rapport and cooperative Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
- Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, employees, and visitors of Family Health Services. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.
- Assumes responsibility for the performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of co-workers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.
- Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Family Health Services
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of all available services provided at FHS, community resources, interpersonal communication strategies, and computer software.
- Skill in communicating effectively in both written and verbal form, creating nutritional care plans, managing multiple priorities, effective time management practices, dietetic skills, problem-solving skills, and managing change and conflict.
- Ability to manage time and deal with multiple priorities, problem-solving, define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, make decisions, maintain information confidentially, listen well and make adjustments accordingly, maintain records and data, use the computer programs and communicate effectively including via the computer.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred. Must possess a state license in Ohio and registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Knowledge of dietetic and nutritional needs and can develop clear care plans. Preferred experience in working in a Federally Qualified Health Center. Preferred certification registration with American Dietetic Association.
Expected Work Hours
This position has a part-time, non-exempt, flexible schedule of 15-25 hours per week with the opportunity for full-time employment in the future. Reports to Food is Medicine Program Director.
Travel
Minimal, with possible occasional travel to other site locations within the local area.
Work Environment
This job operates in a healthcare setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the building. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is moderately active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 20 pounds.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
AAP/EEO Statement
FHS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally‑recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
In Ohio, the following also are a protected class: race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, or any illness arising out of and occurring during the course of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; national origin; disability; age [40 or over], military status and ancestry.
To apply, please provide your resume to Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Summary/Objective
Family Health Services is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing quality, affordable health care to all. We offer primary care, behavioral health, and dental services at our clinics in Sandusky and Norwalk. We have the unique ability to offer medical services to people from all walks of life to afford high quality health care services.
The Certified Family Nurse Practitioner provides medical services to the patients of Family Health Services in acute care and the clinical office setting in a holistic approach. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including malpractice insurance coverage. Generous student loan repayment is also available through the NHSC Loan Repayment program, based on a 2-year full-time commitment.
This position works in a team-oriented flexible environment with a commitment to work/life balance.
Candidate must hold a diploma from an accredited School of Advanced Practice Nursing; licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Ohio with current Nurse Practitioner Certification and a desire to serve the community of patients we serve. Experience with EMR is preferred. Recent graduates and newly licensed providers are welcome.
Essential Functions
The Certified Family Nurse Practitioner provides medical services to the patients of Family Health Services in acute care and the clinical office setting in a holistic approach. Essential Functions
1. Completes patient history and physical.
2. Documents all patient care provided according to policy and Standard of Care Agreement.
3. Formulates and directs plan of care for the patient as according to Standard of Care Agreement.
4. Refers to other physicians, specialists as needed.
5. Prescribes medication in accordance with Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Administrative Code and Formulary provided by the Advanced Practice Nursing laws.
6. Complies with State Advanced Practice Nursing Guidelines/Law on Practicing Medicine.
7. Responds to medical emergencies.
8. Directs patient education for health education, maintenance, emotional and physical needs.
9. Participates and provides care as according to the chronic disease model.
10. Participates in Medical Staff activities at FHS.
11. Participates in Performance Improvement/Risk Management Program.
12. Utilizes supplies in a cost-effective manner.
13. Demonstrates effective communication skills.
14. Establishes and maintains professional working relationship with other members of the health care team.
15. Participates in planning and problem solving.
16. Participates in continuing education and professional growth.
17. Attends provider’s meetings.
18. Maintains knowledge of, and complies with, personnel and medical, policies and procedures.
19. Assists other team members.
20. Assists with seasonal programs as needed.
21. Serves as a role model for clinical staff.
22. Adheres to the standards and policies of the Organizational Privacy/Security and Compliance Programs, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, OIG, guidelines, other State and Federal laws). This also includes reporting to the Board of Directors, Compliance Officer, Privacy Officer, supervisor, suggestion box, any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or practices.
Required Education and Experience
1. Must hold a diploma from an accredited School of Advanced Practice Nursing.
2. Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Ohio.
3. Current Nurse Practitioner Certification.
Preferred Education and Experience
1. Nursing experience in ambulatory care setting, community health setting is ideal.
2. Minimum 3 years’ experience in practice as a nurse practitioner.
FHS is committed to equal employment opportunity
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Job Type: Full-time
EMR Used: eClinicalWorks
Environment: Outpatient clinic
Education: Master’s (Preferred)
License/Certification: Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Qualifications: Certified FNP, Current BLS and State Nursing License
Employer type: Non Profit, Clinic
Shift Type: Day Shift
Patient Type: Pediatric, Adults, Geriatric
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability (rotational, as needed)
Work Location(s):
- (1) Sandusky, Ohio
- (1) Norwalk, Ohio
AAP/EEO Statement
FHS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally‑recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
In Ohio, the following also are a protected class: race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, or any illness arising out of and occurring during the course of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; national origin; disability; age [40 or over], military status and ancestry.
To apply, please provide your resume to Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Summary/Objective
Family Health Services is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing quality, affordable health care to all. We offer primary care, behavioral health, and dental services at our clinics in Sandusky and Norwalk. We have the unique ability to offer medical services to people from all walks of life to afford high quality health care services.
The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced nursing care for patients with psychiatric disorders and may provide psychotherapy under the direction of a psychiatrist.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Diagnoses psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions. Distinguishes between physiologically and psychologically based disorders and makes appropriate diagnoses.
- Assesses patients’ mental and physical status based on the presenting symptoms and complaints. Conducts individual, group, and family psychotherapy for those with chronic or acute mental disorders.
- Documents patients’ medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, and outcomes. Writes prescriptions for psychotropic medications as allowed by state regulations and collaborative practice agreements. Monitors patients’ medication usage and results.
- Evaluates patients’ behavior to formulate diagnoses or assess treatments.
- Educates patients and family members about mental health and medical conditions, preventive health measures, medications, and treatment plans.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members including psychiatrists, psychologists, and nursing staff, to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to diagnose and treat simple and complex psychiatric and mental health problems from adjustment disorders to serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar illness, major depression, and anxiety disorders.
- Strong skills to manage, coordinate, and evaluate the care and education of the patient and family along the health care process.
- Ability to manage patients who need to be closely monitored.
- Trained to adhere to medications and therapies with complex protocols.
Job Description:
- Expertise in handling sophisticated medical equipment.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing and an advanced degree from an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nursing (APPN) graduate nursing program required. APPN graduate education must include the study of basic science, (i.e., pathophysiology, advanced health assessment, brain and behavioral correlates), advanced psychopharmacology and psychotherapeutic techniques; followed by clinical rotations in outpatient mental health settings, hospitals, or residential care settings.
- Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in psychiatric mental health advanced practice nursing as the area of specialization required.
- Documented compliance with any state statutes and regulations governing advanced practice psychiatric mental health nursing required.
FHS is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Signing bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sandusky, OH: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- Are you fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or willing to become?
Education:
- Master’s (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
To apply, please provide your resume to the Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Psychiatrist
Summary/Objective
Family Health Services is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing quality, affordable health care to all. We offer primary care, behavioral health, and dental services at our clinics in Sandusky and Norwalk. We have the unique ability to offer medical services to people from all walks of life to afford high quality health care services.
The Psychiatrist will provide outpatient psychiatric, diagnostic, and therapeutic services in a primary care setting.
Family Health Services is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) approved health care site. This Full-Time position allows a candidate to apply for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program, with a 2-year Full-Time Service Commitment. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including malpractice insurance coverage.
Essential Functions
1. Conducts psychiatric examinations
2. Makes diagnoses and prescribes therapy
3. Administers and interprets projective tests
4. Conducts individual and group counseling and education
5. Participates in staff conferences and recommends appropriate treatment approaches
6. Assists in developing and organizing a program of clinic treatment
7. Directs case conferences and serves as a consultant to other staff
8. Confers with patients’ relatives regarding illness and treatment
9. Assists through consultation in establishing psychiatric programs and policies
10. Keeps medical records and prepares psychiatric reports
11. Completes other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of general medicine and psychiatry; current developments in the field of psychiatry and clinic organization, management and procedures
- Ability to skillfully diagnose and treat severely and persistently mentally ill patients
- Ability to analyze situation and adopt an effective course of action
- Ability to prepare records and reports
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Ability to maintain objectively and confidentiality
General Employee Expectations:
- Adheres to all FHS Policies and Procedures
- Conducts self in a manner that represents FHS’s core values at all times
- Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all work-related contacts
- Communicates regularly with direct reports about departmental and FHS concerns
- Consistently reports to work prepared to perform the duties of the position
- Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates
Education/Experience
- Board certified or board eligible in Adult and Child Psychiatry
- MD or DO license in the state of Ohio
- DEA Certificate
- At least 2 years’ experience
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Estimated Salary Range: $153,000.00 – $330,000.00 per year
Medical specialties: Psychiatry
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Ability to work as a team member. Ability to work with culturally diverse group of people. Must be willing to work flexible hours as required by position.
AAP/EEO Statement
FHS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally‑recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
In Ohio, the following also are a protected class: race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, or any illness arising out of and occurring during the course of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; national origin; disability; age [40 or over], military status and ancestry.
To apply, please provide your resume to the Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Dentist
Summary/Objective
The Dentist is responsible for ensuring the provision of quality of dental services delivered by the staff of Family Health Services (FHS). The Dental Director has chosen to delegate specific responsibilities of the position, aside from dental physician peer review and discipline to the Dentist. This position will assume responsibility for the delivery, coordination and supervision of dental services provided at FHS, and abides by FQHC policies, federal, state, and local regulations within the Dental Department. The person provides direct dental care.
FHS is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) approved health care site. This allows the dental provider (DDS/DMD) to be eligible to apply for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program with an award amount up to $50,000 for Full-Time status employees and a 2-year Service Commitment.
Essential Functions
- Routinely meetings with Dental Director to review dental operations.
- Assists the Dental Director in carrying out the dental care plan.
- Meet with patients to discuss and treat dental concerns, performing regular cleanings and other preventative procedures, and establish a plan for better dental hygiene.
- Performing dental procedures, such as extractions, root canals, and filling cavities.
- Correcting bite issues and overcrowding.
- Applying helpful agents to teeth, such as sealants or whiteners.
- Prescribing medications for dental problems, such as pain medications or antibiotics.
- Giving clients sedatives or anesthesia prior to administering treatments.
- Ordering diagnostic measures, such as x-rays, models, etc.
- Using tools, such as drills, probes, brushes, or mirrors, to examine and treat teeth and mouth.
- Keeping records relating to the oral health of patients and the treatments given to them.
- Managing and communicating with other staff members to provide care to patients.
- Exhibits a caring, communicative, and positive interaction with patients and within the total organization.
- Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings, committees, and task forces, promotes existing and new programs and/or policies.
General Expectations:
- Adheres to all FHS Policies and Procedures
- Conducts self in a manner that represents FHS’s core values at all times
- Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all work-related contacts
- Communicates regularly with direct reports about departmental and FHS concerns
- Consistently reports to work prepared to perform the duties of the position
- Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates
Required Education/Experience
Must have a D.D.S., Doctor of Dental Surgery or D.M.D., Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited college of dentistry. Must have an Ohio License.
Work Environment
This job operates in a clinic environment within a Federally Qualified Health Center. This role is routinely exposed to common health care conditions, smells, and noises. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Application Question(s):
- Are you fully vaccinated, or willing to become fully vaccinated, against COVID-19?
Language:
- English, Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Ohio Dental License (Required)
Work Location: One location
To apply, please provide your resume and cover letter to the Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Dental Hygienist
Summary/Objective
The Dental Hygienist is responsible for the direct delivery of oral hygiene and appropriate preventive services to dental patients of the center. The Dental Hygienist will also be responsible for providing appropriate oral health information to FHS participants and staff, including outreach events.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assists in the oral health management of all clinic patients.
- Obtains baseline oral hygiene assessment data based upon accepted principles of oral hygiene and periodontal care.
- Records patient-hygienist transactions as they occur in the patient’s dental record so that the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient and the care or treatment provided.
- Provides oral health education and appropriate individual counseling for all center dental patients.
- Provides clinical oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis, scaling, sealant application and fluoride application consistent with accepted professional practices and standards and in compliance with applicable state law and the center’s clinical protocols. Works with Dentist to assist in coordination of care and referral for patients receiving preventive services.
- Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by a dentist in accordance with state regulations and law as well as Oral Health Department protocol and directive.
- Assists in the maintenance of all Oral Health Department areas in compliance with department directives and policies as well as center policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control and safety issues.
- Receives and places necessary telephone calls consistent with professional matters, clinic business and patient care of the Oral Health Department.
- Assists with various clinical and administrative functions of the center as appropriate and time permits.
- Ensures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with Oral Health Department directive and center policy as well as state federal regulation(s).
- Complies in full with the center’s Exposure Control Plan.
- Travels when necessary to meet operational needs.
- As directed by a supervisor, performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives.
- Responsible for personal compliance with all applicable federal, state, local and center rules, regulations, protocols and procedures governing the practice of dental hygiene and the clinical provision of dental hygiene services as well as those relating to, but not limited to, personnel issues, work place safety, public health and confidentiality.
Competencies:
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal Skills
- Cost Consciousness
- Computer Competency
- Diversity
- Ethics
- Organizational Support
- Professionalism
- Safety and Security
- Attendance/Punctuality
- Dependability
- Flexibility
Education and/or Experience
Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene is required. Ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges is required. Must have unrestricted license to practice Oral Hygiene in Ohio and current CPR (BLS) certification for this position.
Position requires a comprehensive knowledge of oral hygiene care in outpatient settings. Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern oral hygiene and periodontal patient care is necessary. The Dental Hygienist must be cognizant of the public health, social and economic factors which impact on the overall health, and more specifically the oral health of their patients. The Dental Hygienist must be able to creatively work with other health care professionals from a variety of disciplines to achieve maximal program effectiveness and patient benefit. The ability to creatively solve problems through individual and/or programmatic action is an important part of this position.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $32.00 – $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Application Question(s):
- Are you fully vaccinated, or willing to become fully vaccinated, against COVID-19?
Experience:
- Dental Hygienist: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Dental Hygienist (Required)
Work Location: One location
To apply, please provide your resume and cover letter to the Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Summary/Objective
Meets with patients, their families, guardians or agency representatives and completes behavioral health diagnostic assessment. Provides psychotherapy for individuals who qualify for services on site.
Family Health Services is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) approved health care site. This Full-Time position allows a candidate to apply for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program, with a 2-year Full-Time Service Commitment. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including malpractice insurance coverage.
Essential Functions
- Completes behavioral health diagnostic assessments.
- Creates positive relationship with patients, their families, guardians or agency representatives.
- Provides psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families who qualify for services on site.
- Advocates and refers individuals with serious mental illness and/or substance abuse/addiction to community agencies for treatment.
- Networks with local social service agencies and educational agencies to remain knowledgeable about available services and the referral process for those services.
- Provides crisis intervention services on site, as needed.
- Frequent contact with staff of community agencies and the general public. Daily contact with agency staff. Must develop and maintain positive relationship with all of the above.
- If working in the outreach/school district setting, adhere to district policies and procedures for student referrals, release of student information, and receipt of information.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Adheres to the standards and policies of the Organizational Privacy/Security and Compliance Programs, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, OIG, guidelines, other State and Federal Laws). This also includes reporting to the Board of Directors, Compliance Officer, Privacy Officer, supervisor, suggestion box, and any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts of practices.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of all available services provided at FHS, community resources, interpersonal communication strategies, and computer software.
Skill in communicating effectively in both written and verbal form, interviewing techniques, managing multiple priorities, effective time management practices, de-escalation skills, problem-solving skills, and managing change and conflict.
Ability to manage time and deal with multiple priorities, problem solving, exercise sound judgement, define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, make decisions, maintain information in confidential manner, listen well, maintain records and data, use the computer programs and communicate effectively including via the computer. Encourage staff to work towards their full potential and to provide excellent services to our patients and their fellow co-workers.
Required Education and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field with licensure and credentials per the State of Ohio.
- At least 2 years work-related experience in social service field.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience in a community health setting.
- Experience working with youth and adult populations.
- Licensed Social Worker in the state of Ohio.
AAP/EEO Statement
FHS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally‑recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
In Ohio, the following also are a protected class: race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, or any illness arising out of and occurring during the course of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; national origin; disability; age [40 or over], military status and ancestry.
To apply, please provide your resume and cover letter to the Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Medical Assistant – FT/PRN
Summary/Objective
The Medical Assistant performs duties essential to the patient visit and other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
- General office skills.
- Disseminate information by telephone, mail service or e-mail.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Triage responsibilities.
- Assist providers in patient diagnosis by gathering patient history, obtaining vital signs, chief complaints, verifying medications and allergies, ensuring patients are properly dressed/undressed for exam. Afterwards, review the chart for presence of information that the provider might need during the visit (labs, consults, ER reports).
- Must have an understanding of legal and ethical issues.
- Scheduling and managing patient appointments and referrals with required documentation.
- Clean, prepare, and sterilize instruments.
- Performs electrocardiograms, phlebotomy, and laboratory procedures as directed by health care provider, including but not limited to pregnancy tests, strep tests, urine dips, hemoglobin, and blood sugar testing.
- Perform routine administrative and clinical tasks such as aerosol treatments ordered by a physician.
- Updating and filing patient’s medical records.
- Collect, prepare, and perform basic laboratory specimens and tests.
- Instruct patients about medications and special diets.
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
- Telephone prescriptions to pharmacy.
- Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
- Remove sutures and change dressings.
- Observe and follow required safety protocols, including handling and disposal of sharps, use of personal protective equipment, exposure to blood borne pathogens, and general safety of employees and patients.
- Assist other team members as needed.
- Attends staff meetings.
Required Education and Experience
- Graduate of certified medical assistant program or equivalent
- Applicant must be organized and able to prioritize assignments
- Must be able to do multi-tasking, problem-solving, and have decision-making skills
- Follow detailed instructions with attention to detail
- Ability to work with a culturally diverse group of people
- Must be proficient in computer knowledge – Microsoft Office, Excel
- Excellent typing skills
- EMR experience a plus
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Good customer relationship skills and a strong work ethic
- Applicant must possess independence and initiative
Work Environment
This job has frequent exposure to dust, constant noise, vibrations and hands in water. This job has occasional intermittent noise, outside exposure, excessive heat, cleaning agents, excessive cold, dampness, excessive humidity, dry atmospheric conditions, and animals.
Physical Demands
Physical demands include lifting up to 30 pounds daily, carrying up to 30 pounds daily, 1-2 hours of standing at a time, 5-10 minutes of walking at a time throughout the day, sitting 15-30 minutes at a time. Color distinction is necessary, and no greater loss of hearing than 40dB average for 500, 1000, 2000 H.
AAP/EEO Statement
FHS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally‑recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
In Ohio, the following also are a protected class: race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, or any illness arising out of and occurring during the course of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; national origin; disability; age [40 or over], military status and ancestry.
To apply, please provide your resume to the Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com
Front Desk Receptionist
Summary/Objective
To support the operation of the clinic by maintaining the front office and representing the office with professionalism. This position requires the ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities, handling patient requests, placing outbound calls to patients, and handling all administrative tasks with a positive attitude.
Essential Functions
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- Welcomes patients and visitors in person by greeting them in a timely manner
- Receives phone calls and directs questions to appropriate personnel according to policy.
- Documents phone calls and conversations in record as needed according to policy.
- Effectively communicates with both internal and external customers to ensure smooth operation of the clinic.
- Optimizes patients’ satisfaction, provider time, and clinic space utilization by efficiently scheduling appointments according to policy
- Verifies insurance benefits and eligibility prior to scheduled appointments using various web portals
- Pre-registers patients and reminds patients of appointments via telephone the day prior to scheduled appointments.
- Registers and checks patients in for their appointments in a timely manner
- Maintains patient accounts by accurately entering data such as demographics and insurance information in the electronic health records system
- Scans documents into EMR as appropriate, including but not limited to patient’s photo ID, insurance card, intake paperwork, and financial information related to the FHS Sliding Fee Scale
- Faxes, scans, files, and mails documentation as necessary
- Collects and posts patient payments utilizing office software, provides patient receipts for payments
- Ensures kiosks are functioning for patient check-in
- Assists patients with completing medical information forms and obtains signatures for consent according to policy.
- Completes return to work/school slips in coordination with nurse or provider.
- Provides a positive patient experience by anticipating the needs of patients, answering patient’s questions, and maintaining a clean and presentable front office and reception area.
- Assists in maintaining office equipment.
- Demonstrates effective communication
- Responds to crisis situations according to
- Maintains knowledge of clerical, personnel, medical policies and
- Participates in continuing
- Participates in staff
- Participates in Quality Improvement
- Utilizes supplies in a cost-effective
- Adheres to the standards and policies of the Organizational Privacy/Security and Compliance Programs, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, OIG, guidelines, other State and Federal Laws). This also includes reporting to the Board of Directors, Compliance Officer, Privacy Officer, supervisor, suggestion box, and any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts of practices.
- Must be familiar with the operation of FHS office and be available to work varying hours as
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma with knowledge of computers and data entry is required.
Preferred Education and Experience
Certificate/Degree or equivalent experience in EMR or related field. Minimum one year of clerical experience
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Ability to work as a team member. Ability to work with culturally diverse group of people. Must be willing to work flexible hours as required by position.
Work Environment
This job operates in a health care office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This job has frequent exposure to dust, constant activity and noise, hands in water, excessive heat, cleaning agents, excessive cold, dampness, excessive humidity, and dry atmospheric conditions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must have the ability to travel independently throughout the facility to access information from other departments. Must have the ability to sit for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
AAP/EEO Statement
FHS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally‑recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
In Ohio, the following also are a protected class: race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, or any illness arising out of and occurring during the course of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; national origin; disability; age [40 or over], military status and ancestry.
To apply, please provide your resume to the Director of Human Resources, Emily Windisch, ewindisch@3588612.com