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ACS-CHS Grants FundedJob SummaryThe Project Coordinator for Clinical Projects ("Coordinator") coordinates multiple projects from a small to large scale. The Coordinator manages status reporting, day-to-day operations of project-related activities, ensures stability of project-oriented efforts, and coordinates communication related to project status, progress, deliverables and impacts for key stakeholders in a timely fashion. Works closely with the School-based Health Center (SBHC) Administration and SBHC staff as appropriate to ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned projects. Supports strategic planning endeavors for the SBHC Administrative team. The Clinical Project Coordinator, with oversight by the SBHC Program Manager, is responsible for assuring the high-quality performance and clinical care of staff through orientation and training. Assists SBHC Administration with data collection and performs Medical Assistant clinical chart audits. Provides clinical coverage at each SBHC site when necessary.
Essential Functions:
- Prepares patients for visit by directing and/or accompanying patients to the examining room; providing examination gowns and drapes; helping patients position themselves for the examination and/or treatment; arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment. (40%)
- Support multiple projects to support the strategic initiatives of the SBHC Administrative team by mentoring, identifying competencies and supporting participants goals in the entry level pathways program. (30%)
- Conducts special outreach projects (10%)
- Maintain, track and report on the completion of Denver Health SBHC Quality Indicators as determined by grants and the department of Pediatrics. (10%)
- Documents contact and necessary intervention in the medical record in a timely and accurate way. (10%)
Education:
- No High School Diploma and/or No GED Graduate from an accredited program in Medical Office Assisting Required or
- No High School Diploma and/or No GED Accredited program of Licensed Practical Nursing with an active LPN license
Work Experience:
- 1-3 years Experience as a Medical, preferred Required
- 1-3 years Experience as Medical Assistant Lead or other leadership role, preferred
- 1-3 years Experience working in school-age student services, preferred
Licenses:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Written and oral presentation skills
- Ability to balance multiple projects concurrently, with minimum two years' experience of leading special projects with minimal supervision
- Strong time management skills
- Knowledge of medical office practice
- Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures
- Knowledge of and the ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
- Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments as directed
- Skill in taking vital signs. Skill in maintaining records and recording test results
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, employees, physicians and the public
- Ability to maintain quality control standards
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
- Bilingual skills preferred
- Skills in orientation and training of other medical assistants as well as continued observation and support
Shift
Days (United States of America)Work Type
Partial Year (Ten Month)Salary
$28.99 - $42.16 / hrBenefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
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Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
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