Health Care Assistant in Aberdeen

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services.

Health Care Assistant - Posting #27414

Hourly Rate: $20.76

Position Summary:

Full-time Healthcare Assistant available for our Aberdeen Medical Clinic. The Health Care Assistant is a key member of the patient care team, supporting the care team to ensure patients receive current and ongoing primary care services in a timely, courteous and professional manner at all times. The Health Care Assistant will work collaboratively, efficiently and effectively with other members of the care team, such as the provider, Medical Assistants, on-site Integration Specialists, Care Coordinators, Health Educators, Dietitians, and Behavioral Health Specialists. The care team works collaboratively to ensure improved health outcomes, smooth patient flow throughout the care process, and ultimately an exceptional experience for the patient.

The Health Care Assistant duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with provider referrals
• Scheduling appointments
• Receive, document and return patient messages
• Coordinate needed services both internally and externally
• Ensure communication and documentation for comprehensive patient care
• Manage quality gap reports
• Contact patients and create appointments and follow up as needed
• Perform QI audits
• Participate in organizational committees
• Perform retina scanning
• Provide shadowing opportunities for new staff

Qualifications:

The person in this position must demonstrate professionalism and integrity at all times and must have the physical and emotional stability and personality suited to meet the physical, mental, emotional and social needs of the population served. Must possess high school graduation/GED or higher. Previous experience in Family Medicine is preferred. Must adhere to the Sea Mar Employee Health Screening Policy. May be asked to travel to other Sea Mar sites due to staffing and patient needs. Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required.

What We Offer:

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, full-time employees working 30 hours or more receive an excellent benefit package of:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays

We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Robyn Mitchell, Nurse Manager, at [email protected]

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply through our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html