HIV Counselor - Physician Practice - Full Time - Day
About The Position
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The HIV Counselor is responsible for rapid HIV testing and counseling for HMH patients and members of the community. The HIV Counselor is responsible for assembling education materials and presenting it at educational events throughout the community.
Requirements
- Proficient in Google and computer data entry.
- High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience as an outreach worker is a plus.
- Prior experience working with HIV patients is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Community Outreach Services: As assigned, provides services at high schools/ colleges/ churches/ clubs and other organizations.
- Provides services to clinics within the Family Health Center.
- Maintains records in an organized manner. Follow NJSDOHSS regulations.
- Consistently demonstrates an ability to learn new skills and routines, and to perform them properly.
- Explains collection procedures and provides general testing within a timely manner.
- Responds to all assigned appointments and walk-in patients. Travels off-site to assigned locations.
- Represents HMH at scheduled events and actively promotes hospital and partner company services. Ensures a `good Show` at sponsored events.
- Ensures all information is reported accurately in a timely manner to the appropriate entities.
- Understands and follows all NJDOH policies.
- Fills out all required forms accurately and in their entirety as required by the NJDOH.
- Additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
