Community Health Representative-MEIHSS

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe•Auburn, WA

About The Position

Under supervision, performs paraprofessional-level health care assistance duties in clinics and/or through specialized health and/or dental care programs. MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position. Responds to inquiries by phone and in person, identifies clients’ needs, schedules client appointments as appropriate and transports clients, when necessary. Collects and records measurements and vital signs; interviews clients for medical, dietary and dental history as well as other needs and/or concerns. Using established protocols evaluates intake data for health risk factors and coordinates care with appropriate health care provider. Provides basic health and nutrition information to clients as well as referrals to health care services and available resources. Serves as liaison and advocate for client, health care and community providers. Conducts periodic home visits to monitor client needs. Monitors and helps to maintain eyeglasses, hearing aids, dentures and other such items to insure proper fit, function and working condition. Monitors patient medications to assure proper dosages and refills prescriptions if/when necessary. Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all protected health information in accordance with the Division’s Policies and Procedures, and in compliance with state and federal regulations. Because of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities. EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION Graduation from high school or equivalent and six (6) months of related experience in a health or dental clinic setting is required.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent and six (6) months of related experience in a health or dental clinic setting is required.
Knowledge of: First aid
Behaviors and practices to achieve and maintain good health.
Health care maintenance and prevention.
Knowledge of health and social services and resources.
Skilled in: Oral and written communication.
Problem solving and client interviewing.
Record-keeping.
Working with diverse populations.
Performing a number of tasks simultaneously.
Working as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
Meeting deadlines and working under time constraints.
Current and valid Washington State Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Responds to inquiries by phone and in person, identifies clients’ needs, schedules client appointments as appropriate and transports clients, when necessary.
Collects and records measurements and vital signs; interviews clients for medical, dietary and dental history as well as other needs and/or concerns.
Using established protocols evaluates intake data for health risk factors and coordinates care with appropriate health care provider.
Provides basic health and nutrition information to clients as well as referrals to health care services and available resources.
Serves as liaison and advocate for client, health care and community providers.
Conducts periodic home visits to monitor client needs.
Monitors and helps to maintain eyeglasses, hearing aids, dentures and other such items to insure proper fit, function and working condition.
Monitors patient medications to assure proper dosages and refills prescriptions if/when necessary.
Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all protected health information in accordance with the Division’s Policies and Procedures, and in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Because of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.