Transportation Assistant- Social Services

Skilled Nursing Professionals•Turlock, CA

2d•$20

About The Position

Turlock Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Come join our team and start making a difference! Establish relationships with outside vendors (Medicaid Non-Emergent Transportation) to improve access of timely transportation to and from medical appointments. Works with the community to educate the patient population regarding alternate resources. Works with outside medical providers and agencies in coordinating patient care, ensuring patients are provided quality health care while utilizing alternate resources to maximum capacity. Works with appropriate staff to ensure that medical referrals are in place prior to scheduling transportation to appointment. . Works with patients to ensure they received appropriate Yellowhawk services and understand and comply with various Facility procedures. as requested. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center Policy Manual, HIPAA and the Privacy Act. Other Duties: May assist with other functions of Social Services Office Serve as alternate Resident Transportation Driver Other duties as assigned. Join a team leading change in the industry! We at Turlock Nursing and Rehabilitation Center are committed to providing an excellent clinical experience for our patients and an amazing work environment for our employees. Join a team that works together to ensure our patients receive the best care possible. We are looking for passionate, dedicated, and caring individuals that are ready to jump in and be a part of the industry change. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. Full Time Monday- Friday schedule with possibility of weekends depending on facility needs Pay Range: $19.58+ D.O.E. For benefit details check us out here http://ensignbenefits.com/ Benefits eligibility for some benefits dependent on full time employment status. Disclaimer: Pay rates are competitive and determined by various factors. Please note that any rates labeled as "estimated" are provided by third-party job boards and may not accurately reflect the actual pay rates. EOE disability veteran

Requirements

Knowledge of health care industry.
Knowledge of Federal regulations concerning eligibility and Purchased Referred Care services.
Some knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge about multi-telephone operation and possess outstanding telephone etiquette.
Knowledge about patient appointment scheduling, both in-house and with outside providers.
Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) and able to work within multiple software packages.
Knowledge about Health Insurances and able to check eligibility and benefits.
Ability to multi-task answering telephones, scheduling patient appointment(s), and greeting the public, in a professional and courteous manner.
Skilled in operating a computer.
Ability to work with other employees and contribute to a team atmosphere.
Ability to work independently at times as required.
Ability to prioritize multiple patient needs.
Ability to organize and systematically complete repetitious tasks with focus and detail orientation.
Ability to analyze problems and suggest solutions.
Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions from policies and procedures, team members and/or direct supervisors.
Ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely both oral and written.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, outside medical providers, and the public.
Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching.
Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment.
Work is performed in an office environment.
Involves frequent contact with staff, patients, and the public.
Work may be stressful at times.
Contact may involve dealing with angry or upset people.
Requires occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Requires Driver License with a positive driving record

Nice To Haves

C.N.A. License is encouraged

Responsibilities

Establish relationships with outside vendors (Medicaid Non-Emergent Transportation) to improve access of timely transportation to and from medical appointments.
Works with the community to educate the patient population regarding alternate resources.
Works with outside medical providers and agencies in coordinating patient care, ensuring patients are provided quality health care while utilizing alternate resources to maximum capacity.
Works with appropriate staff to ensure that medical referrals are in place prior to scheduling transportation to appointment.
Works with patients to ensure they received appropriate Yellowhawk services and understand and comply with various Facility procedures.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center Policy Manual, HIPAA and the Privacy Act.
May assist with other functions of Social Services Office
Serve as alternate Resident Transportation Driver
Other duties as assigned.