Student Healthcare Counselor - OB/GYN

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Husky Health Center at the University of Washington has an excellent opportunity for a Student Healthcare Counselor – OB/GYN to join our growing clinical staff. Reporting to the Health Services Manager, this position collaborates with clinicians and other team members to provide comprehensive sexual and reproductive health counseling, including pregnancy options and medication abortion counseling, while providing patient care coordination, advocacy, and support for UW students. This is a 1.0 FTE, 11-12-month onsite position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in health care, public health, counseling, health education, or related field
At least two years of direct interaction with patients in a healthcare setting
Proficiency with electronic health record systems (e.g. EPIC)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience providing care management, reproductive health counseling, pregnancy options counseling and/or sexual health education
Formal training or certification in Family Planning and/or Pregnancy Options counseling

Responsibilities

Provide patient-centered comprehensive contraceptive counseling
Educate students about available birth control methods
Assess needs for cervical cancer screening, STI screening, and pregnancy testing, and coordinate care as appropriate
Evaluate concerns related to contraceptive use in consultation with clinic providers
Discuss pre-conception planning and distribute educational materials related to pregnancy planning
Offer empathetic, non-directive counseling to students facing unplanned pregnancies or considering their options
Provide accurate, evidence-based information on pregnancy, abortion, and adoption processes
Assist students considering medication abortion, offering clear information on procedures, side effects, and follow-up care
Address a range of health and well-being concerns, including sexuality, gender identity and expression, sexual assault, abuse and violence prevention, and access to care
In collaboration with a medical provider, coordinate interpretation and follow-up of test results
Identify urgent problems and consult with clinical providers as appropriate
Facilitate access to care by coordinating referrals and prior authorizations, and communicate with internal and external providers as appropriate
Complete Insurance Navigator certification and provide coverage for other HHC navigators as needed
Support students in navigating the health care system and accessing appropriate services
Connect students with campus and community-based health, counseling, and reproductive health resources
Contribute to reproductive health education and outreach efforts, including updating materials and delivering presentations as requested
Manage the Abnormal Pap Smear and LEEP rosters, including tracking follow-up and sending patient reminders
Assist with OB/GYN clinic scheduling, including procedure scheduling
Serve as a resource for HHC staff on reproductive health topics
Train as a chaperone for sensitive exams and participate in HHC’s chaperone team
Serve on HHC committees as requested
Other duties as assigned