Community Health Representative (3)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POSITION OBJECTIVES

The Community Health Representative will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of medical and educational services in a caring, professional manner to eligible Tribal Members in the local community. The Community Health Representative will be working within the boundaries of the Klamath Tribes service area (Klamath County). Routine duties shall include providing health care related services to individuals eligible for services provided by Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services in homes, schools, clinics, alternate job sites and other community locations within the Klamath Tribes' Service Unit.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a liaison and advocate between medical staff, other health facilities, social services and / or other resources on behalf of the patients needs.
• Provide additional social services, as indicated by medical diagnosis and / or physical condition of the patient, including but not limited to; household chores, preparing food, and assisting with personal care such as bathing or hair washing.
• Facilitate patient utilization of all available and recommended services. Provide explanation to patients of how to access them.
• Provide transportation to medical and dental facilities, when no other transportation is available, as directed by supervisor.
• Provide home visits to eligible Tribal members to insure health and other related needs are being met. Refer patients in need of additional assistance to proper facility and / or resource.
• Take vital signs during home visits if indicated and report abnormal results to the Community Health Nursing Supervisor and / or Medical Director.
• Provide point of care lab testing (finger sticks and urinalysis) and venipuncuture (blood draws) under the supervision of the nurse, as assigned.
• Deliver supplies, medication and / or equipment to patients when ordered by a medical provider, as needed.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation in patient records to ensure quality assurance and compliance with reporting requirements, including but not limited to utilizing the RPMS CHR system.
• Assist in maintaining and improving the health of pre and postnatal patients, infants, and children.
• Provide periodic written reports and the outcomes; seek methods to facilitate unmet needs of patients through services or other means of outreach, as approved by the Community Health Nursing Supervisor and / or Medical Director.
• Maintain a daily patient visit log; submit monthly and / or quarterly reports to the Community Health Nursing Supervisor, as assigned.
• Provide health education or information to individuals and the tribal community.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings for Community Health Representatives, as directed by the supervisor.
• Assist with and / or organize community health promotion, special projects, disease prevention and provide health related services at community events including but not limited to; specialty clinics, health fairs and / or walk / runs.
• Maintain a personal and professional commitment to the philosophy and goals of the organization, which is committed to enhancing the quality of life for the Tribal people of the community, providing affordable medical and health services in a caring, professional environment.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and emergency situations, as directed by supervisor.
• Like all employees of the Klamath Tribes, the incumbent will be called upon to accomplish other tasks that may not be directly related to this position, but are integral to the Klamath Tribes' broader functions, including but not limited to, assisting during Tribal sponsored cultural, traditional, or community events that enable the successful operation of programs and practices of The Klamath Tribes as aligned with The Klamath Tribes' Mission Statement. Some of these tasks may be scheduled outside of regular work hours, if necessary.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Community Health Nursing Supervisor. Work is assigned in terms of functional / organizational objectives. The supervisor will provide guidance with unusual situations that to do not have clear precedents.

The employee plans and carries out various stages of a project by selecting and using approved methods and techniques as appropriate. Assignments are reviewed for quality and compliance with established policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Must have a high level of organizational skills and self-motivation, requiring minimal supervision.

Must be willing and able to work as a team member with other agencies and program staff.

Must be able to participate and promote teamwork, be courteous to patients and their family members and with co-workers.

Possess a working knowledge of health care operating techniques.

Possess good public and interpersonal relationship skills. This person should be able to meet with a variety of individuals in a professional manner, using tact, diplomacy, and mature judgment to establish rapport with patients to accomplish problem solving and education.

Ability to communicate well in both oral and written form. This person should be able to express her / himself in a clear and concise manner for the purpose of correspondence, providing reports, and obtaining information or assisting patients in comprehending various situations.

Ability to function effectively under pressure of time and / or demands of several tasks at once by effectively planning, organizing and prioritizing workload.

Ability to perform work and accomplish tasks in accordance with established policies, procedures, practices, and priorities of the office.

Knowledge and ability to take vital signs and chart results accurately.

Ability to obtain and compile information into reports.

Ability and willingness to drive in adverse weather conditions.

Knowledge and ability of performing point of care lab testing (fingersticks and urinalysis) and venipuncuture (blood draws).

Knowledge and ability to provide culturally competent care.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and adhere to the standards for health record-keeping, HIPAA and Privacy Act requirements.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION

Minimum Qualifications : Failure to comply with minimum position requirements may result in termination of employment.

Preferred Qualifications :

Indian Preference :

Indian and Tribal Preference will apply, as per policy. (Must submit tribal documentation with application to qualify for Indian Preference).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This position description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. It is not necessarily inclusive and the job may require other essential and / or non-essential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein. Management reserves the sole right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or non-essential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, or by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Submit a Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services Application for Employment with all requirements and supporting documentation to :

jobs@klamathtribalhealth.org

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO PROVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR TRIBAL POSITIONS.

Please Note : If requirements are not met, i.e., submission of a resume in lieu of a tribal application or not including a required certification, your application will not be reviewed and will be disqualified.

Indian Preference will apply. In accordance with Klamath Tribal policy, priority in selection will be given to qualified applicants who present proof of eligibility for "Indian Preference".

Applications will not be returned.

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