Certified Community Health Worker
About The Position
As a combined Community Health Worker/Pharmacy Technician, you will play a pivotal role in supporting patients in navigating healthcare and social services, addressing health disparities, and promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors. Serving as a bridge between community members, healthcare providers, and social services, you will establish rapport with patients, provide health education, and contribute to closing gaps in care. Primary Objectives: · Cultivate patient relationships through health education and assistance. · Aid patients in addressing gaps in care by identifying health and environmental disparities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Certified pharmacy technician registered in the state of MN or willing to become certified.
- Community Health Worker Certificate from the Minnesota State College and Universities System approved Community Health Worker curriculum.
- Familiarity with local population demographics, needs, and resources.
- Experience working with diverse populations and understanding health disparities.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to navigate electronic health records.
- Punctuality and reliability in reporting for work.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate connections between patients and healthcare providers.
- Guide patients in navigating healthcare and social services.
- Deliver health education on topics including chronic disease prevention, physical activity, and nutrition.
- Administer health-related screenings.
- Employ motivational interviewing techniques.
- Foster a supportive and nonjudgmental environment, actively listening to patients' concerns and experiences.
- Identify barriers to care and collaborate with patients to overcome them.
- Document patient visits and progress in the electronic health record.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Maintain flexibility in new or evolving work roles and adapt job responsibilities as required.
- Adhere to Medicare Part B requirements.
- Resolve any rejected claims or billing issues.
- Assist customers with Medicare Part D inquiries.
- Maintain accurate prescription records.
- Promote Thrifty White programs to patients and facilitate enrollment.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
