Health Services Specialist I

2 weeks ago


Denton, United States Denton County (TX) Full time

Description

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.

The Health Services Specialist I performs basic health care tasks and specialized detention work in the care and security of inmates and detainees in the county jail or juvenile detention center. Work involves responding to emergency and non-emergency requests, performing medical screenings, patient chart documentation, and distributing medications as prescribed.

Examples of Duties

Handles and manages routine and sensitive correspondence, medical records, reports, billing statements, memorandums, and other documents.

Provides inmates and detainees with baseline medical assessments; provides basic health care to inmates and detainees, including both emergent and non-emergent care.

Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection for both pathology and forensic processing, assists physicians and allied care providers during patient evaluation and examination clinics.

Provides immunizations.

Distributes medications and updates related files to ensure proper documentation of administered medications.

Receives, distributes, and maintains office supply and medical supply inventories.

Arranges and coordinates inmate patient appointments with community providers; helps to ensure transportation and security procedures are followed.

Manages phone calls and inquiries from citizens or the general community, providing information as necessary or referring callers to appropriate personnel, and routing messages.

Maintains follow up care schedules and routes patient information as necessary; files related medical information as needed.

Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Processes inmate patient billing statements from community providers and services

Assists with recording, entering, and posting inmate co-pay statements for collection.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age.

Must be a United States citizen.

Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days of employment.

High school diploma or GED and a certification as an EMT, Medical Assistant or Registered Pharmacy Technician is required. A minimum one year of experience in a related field is preferred.

Supplemental Information

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