PrEP Specialist

Community Healthcare Network Inc • New York, NY

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Program Manager/Coordinator of PEP and PrEP, the PrEP Specialist conducts intakes and assessments; coordinates referrals and medical appointments; troubleshoots patient insurance issues; conducts follow up with clients and provides retention and adherence counseling to PEP/PrEP candidates.

Requirements

• Associate degree or at least 2 years’ related experience working with patients in a health care setting and experience in HIV/AIDS.
• Member of the targeted communities and/or the targeted service groups.

Responsibilities

• Assesses needs of patients seeking and accessing PEP and PrEP related services.
• Provides direct service such as intakes, navigation, education and follow up around PEP and PrEP services
• Assists with data collection for AIDS Institute Reporting System and CHN’s Electronic Medical Record
• Coordinates medical services with clinic staff.
• Provides a wide range of community outreach, education, and risk reduction interventions.
• Participates in health fairs, tabling and joint health activities with other community agencies.
• Participate in trainings and support services.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all patient related information.
• Facilitates PEP/PrEP related services for health center patients as appropriate with respect to their confidentiality and privacy.
• Compliance with Employee Health Services.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Growth and development: Access to various healthcare professionals and benefits to deepen understanding and interest in the various disciplines involved in community health programming.
• Supportive Team culture: Be a part of an interdisciplinary environment where your ideas and work are valued and encouraged.
• Comprehensive benefits: Including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programming and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees