Women's Health Coordinator

AltaMed•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Comprehensive Perinatal Health Worker (CPHW) is responsible for providing perinatal and newborn education and one-on-one counseling services delivered through the Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program(CPSP). The CPHW develops and structures a seamless interface among these varied services to provide easy access to our patients. The CPHW represents the clinic in all matters dealing with the delivery of these services and works closely with the Clinic Director, Women’s Health Director, Medical Providers, and Nursing staff to develop and implement the goals and objectives of the various programs and services represented.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
Medical Assistant diploma required from an accredited school.
A minimum of one year of OB/GYN experience.
Experience with referrals.
Training and experience in venipuncture.
EHR proficiency.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Family Planning Health Worker is preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, depending on population being served.

Responsibilities

Providing perinatal and newborn education and one-on-one counseling services delivered through the Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program(CPSP).
Developing and structuring a seamless interface among these varied services to provide easy access to our patients.
Representing the clinic in all matters dealing with the delivery of these services.
Working closely with the Clinic Director, Women’s Health Director, Medical Providers, and Nursing staff to develop and implement the goals and objectives of the various programs and services represented.