King County, WA · 3 weeks ago
Disease Research and Intervention Specialist – MAX Clinic – TLT/SDA
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKing County is seeking a Disease Research and Intervention Specialist for the MAX Clinic at the Public Health – Seattle & King County Sexual Health Clinic team. The role involves providing non-medical case management for clients, particularly vulnerable populations, and facilitating their engagement in HIV medical care.
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Responsibilities
Educate new patients about the Max Clinic and ensure that appropriate enrollment paperwork is completed
Outreach to patients
Escort Max patients to appointments, blood draws, immediate imaging, ED admissions, etc
Create and sustain relationships with emergency room social work teams at NW Hospital, UWMC and HMC to navigate systems to efficiently approach potential Max patients
Serve as a liaison for each Max Clinic patient and help them to navigate the broader health care system as well as medical care within the Max Clinic
Provide psychosocial support tailored to patients’ level of need
Troubleshoot and address barriers to care and adherence
Coordinate with other case managers and community providers to support engagement and retention in care
Education and counseling re: HIV and medication adherence
Educate community providers and agencies about Max Clinic
Respond to calls from front desk, notify entire team of patient’s arrival, room patients and triage needs
Assess services needed that day for each patient and prepare Max Clinic patients to see the provider: scheduling in EMR, asking nursing team to obtain vitals
Process patient specimens and transport the specimens to the HMC lab for testing
Maintain the safety of the clinic environment by implementing appropriate infection control protocols, responding to inappropriate patient behavior and deescalating patients in crisis
Provide patients with information about potential health risks related to STIs/HIV and assist in developing a client-centered plan to reduce future risk for STIs/HIV
Assure confidentiality of all records, data, and information as required by section, department, state and/or federal regulation
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Documentation of current BLS CPR certification with AED training required at time of hire
Possess a valid WA State driver's license or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire
Demonstrated interviewing and elicitation (the act of obtaining, drawing out, or bringing out responses of others) skills
Knowledge of HIV and STI transmission modes, symptoms and implications
Ability to provide HIV and STI health information simply and concisely
Demonstrated ability to protect Public Health Information (PHI) and other confidential information
Ability to follow procedures/protocols and apply them to unpredictable situations
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds
Effective and respectful verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge, skills and abilities in the areas of medical terminology, diagnosis and treatment
Ability to establish and maintain effective, respectful working relationships
Able to speak and write effectively resulting in good notes and reports
Experience with computer applications including Word, Excel, Access and web browsing
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment in making decisions
Experience in medical chart abstraction using electronic health records and/or other client level data repositories
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary clinic-setting
Knowledge and demonstrated application of behavior change theory and risk reduction strategies
Demonstrated ability to follow procedures/protocols and apply them to unpredictable situations
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and connect with people of diverse backgrounds
Ability to function with minimal direct supervision
Team player with a willingness to be flexible
Must be available to work onsite at Sexual Health Clinic
Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish
Experience interacting with vulnerable populations; particularly those who have been incarcerated, unstably housed, who might engage in sex work, or have mental health issues
Knowledge and demonstrated application of motivational interviewing and motivational skills
Phlebotomy experience
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs
Company
King County, WA
King County is one of the best places to work in Washington and one of the state's largest employers with 14,000 dedicated employees.
Founded in 1852
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Laura Federighi
Chief Financial Officer
Dan Bernard
Communities of Opportunity (COO) Employment Manager
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