Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center hiring Sr Outreach Worker in Amarillo, TX | LinkedIn (2024)

Position DescriptionThis position will serve as primary contacts for medically needy patients. Responsibilities include processing provider claims, using computer system to record and report patient information, patient case finding, financial screening, program enrollment facilitation, non-medical counseling, case tracking, and preparing all necessary case documentation. Persons in this position will serve as program spokespeople and representatives to participating health care providers, local communities and local health agencies; therefore, this position requires a positive and professional attitude when working with patients, community leaders, and local health agency and state agency care workers. Persons in this position will be expected to travel between local health-agencies in the fulfillment of their duties Work is performed in usual clinic conditions; requires a high degree of contact with patients and families, clinic staff and outside support agencies. Travel and ability to respond to needs during off- duty hours may be required in unusual situations.

Org Level 7523501 - Surgery Ama Genl

Org Level 1Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

CampusHSC - Amarillo

DepartmentSurgery Ama Genl

Major/Essential FunctionsTracks program participants to assure patient participation with regard to follow-ups and surveys. Compliance with all CPRIT and TTUHSC guidelines, maintains research records in a confidential manner, according to practice policies, sponsor confidentiality agreements, HIPAA guidelines, and any other applicable regulations. Monitors and tracks F.I.T. kit usage and laboratory results. Interacts with CPRIT collaborative partners to track patient activities in the program. Identifies, develops, and organizes health education materials for the program. Conducts health education and community activities for healthcare professionals, individuals, and groups. May include work after hours and on weekends. Cross-training with program navigator on the database, data entry and management.

Occasional DutiesAttends extended education and committee meetings as required by the program.

Required Qualifications+Education:+ A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. +Experience:+ At least three years experience in a business office environment. Higher education may substitute on a year for year basis.

Preferred QualificationsLanguage skills: English, Spanish. Reasoning ability, innovative ideas, and creativity for program growth.

Required AttachmentsCover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Pay StatementCompensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

EEO StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery ActThe Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.

Pay BasisHourly

Pay Grade Minimum15.00

Pay Grade Maximum27.84

Grant Funded?Yes

Job TypeFull Time

Job GroupResearch Technicians

ShiftDay

Schedule Details8 am to 5 pm M-F with occasional evening and weekends

Travel RequiredUp to 50%

Does this position work in a research laboratory?No